Daniil Dubov vs Magnus Carlsen, MrDodgy Inv 3 GpA 2022

Sicilian Defense (B23) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 44 moves · Round 6.7 · 25 November 2022

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White
Daniil Dubov
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Black
Magnus Carlsen
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Game summary

  • WhiteDaniil Dubov
  • BlackMagnus Carlsen
  • Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
  • EventMrDodgy Inv 3 GpA 2022
  • Round6.7
  • Date25 November 2022
  • OpeningSicilian Defense (B23)
  • Length44 moves
  • Type of eventOther events

This is game 49 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: Carlsen vs Dubov, 1-0 (Titled Tue 23rd Aug Late, 2022).

Next game: Carlsen vs Dubov, ½-½ (MrDodgy Inv 3 Finals, 2022).

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The moves of Daniil Dubov vs Magnus Carlsen, MrDodgy Inv 3 GpA 2022

1.e4 c5 2.Nc3 h5 3.Nh3 e6 4.b3 Nc6 5.Bb2 g5 6.Nb5 e5 7.Bc4 d6 8.O-O a6 9.Nc3 g4 10.f4 gxh3 11.Bxf7+ Kxf7 12.fxe5+ Kg6 13.Nd5 dxe5 14.Qf3 Be6 15.Qg3+ Qg5 16.Qxg5+ Kxg5 17.Nc7 Bd6 18.Nxe6+ Kg6 19.Rf3 Re8 20.Rg3+ Kf6 21.Ng7 Rf8 22.Rf1+ Ke7 23.Nf5+ Kd7 24.Rxh3 Nge7 25.Ne3 Rxf1+ 26.Kxf1 Ke6 27.c3 b5 28.Bc1 Ng8 29.g4 Nf6 30.d3 b4 31.g5 Ne8 32.cxb4 cxb4 33.Nf5 Ne7 34.Rf3 Bc5 35.Ke2 Rh7 36.h4 Rf7 37.Ng3 Rxf3 38.Kxf3 Ng7 39.Ne2 Ng6 40.Kg3 Kd6 41.Bb2 Ne6 42.Bc1 a5 43.Bd2 Bd4 44.Bc1 Nc5 0-1

This full-length game sees Daniil Dubov take on Magnus Carlsen at MrDodgy Inv 3 GpA in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

Play followed Sicilian Defense (B23) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.

Running to 44 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.

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.

Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.

After the contest, Magnus Carlsen 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 49 of 71.

Where and when was Daniil Dubov vs Magnus Carlsen played?

At the MrDodgy Inv 3 GpA, round 6.7, on 25 November 2022.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Daniil Dubov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at MrDodgy Inv 3 GpA in 2022.

What opening was played?

The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B23). Sharp, double-edged play.

What was the result?

Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 44 moves (88 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.

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