Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov, DM Carlsen-Dubov 2021
Sicilian Defense (B60) · 0-1 (Daniil Dubov won) · 40 moves · Round 2 · 22 April 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackDaniil Dubov
- Result0-1 · Daniil Dubov won
- EventDM Carlsen-Dubov 2021
- Round2
- Date22 April 2021
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B60)
- Length40 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 34 of 71 between Magnus Carlsen and Daniil Dubov in the Rama Chess database (2015–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 34–15 with 22 draws.
Previous game: Dubov vs Carlsen, 1-0 (DM Carlsen-Dubov 2021, 2021).
Next game: Dubov vs Carlsen, 0-1 (DM Carlsen-Dubov 2021, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov, DM Carlsen-Dubov 2021
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Daniil Dubov at DM Carlsen-Dubov 2021 in 2021. It was played in round 2. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B60) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 40 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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In the end, Daniil Dubov won with the black 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 Daniil Dubov?
In the 71 games between them in our database (2015 to 2025) Carlsen leads 34–15 with 22 draws. This game is number 34 of 71.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov played?
At the DM Carlsen-Dubov 2021, round 2, on 22 April 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Daniil Dubov (Black), at DM Carlsen-Dubov 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B60). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Daniil Dubov won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 40 moves (80 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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.