Magnus Carlsen vs Fabiano Caruana, 5th Norway Blitz 2017
Indian Defenses (A45) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 26 moves · Round 8.1 · 5 June 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackFabiano Caruana
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Event5th Norway Blitz 2017
- Round8.1
- Date5 June 2017
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A45)
- Length26 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 44 of 216 between Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana in the Rama Chess database (2010–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 99–35 with 82 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Caruana, ½-½ (4th GRENKE Chess Classic, 2017).
Next game: Caruana vs Carlsen, ½-½ (5th Norway Chess 2017, 2017).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Fabiano Caruana, 5th Norway Blitz 2017
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Fabiano Caruana at 5th Norway Blitz 2017 in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Indian Defenses (A45) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 26 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
Magnus Carlsen is one of the grandmasters featured in the RamaChess archive, where you can browse their complete game collection, favourite openings and notable wins.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. Step through the moves on the interactive board above and try the position trainer to sharpen your own play.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana?
In the 216 games between them in our database (2010 to 2025) Carlsen leads 99–35 with 82 draws. This game is number 44 of 216.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Fabiano Caruana played?
At the 5th Norway Blitz 2017, round 8.1, on 5 June 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Fabiano Caruana (Black), at 5th Norway Blitz 2017 in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A45). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 26 moves (51 plies).
Can I replay this game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move, or open the analyser and Practice mode.
Where can I find more games like this?
Browse the full Indian Defenses collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.