Daniil Dubov vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz 2022
Indian Defenses (A46) · ½-½ (Draw) · 30 moves · Round 11.1 · 29 December 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteDaniil Dubov
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventWorld Blitz 2022
- Round11.1
- Date29 December 2022
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A46)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 59 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, ½-½ (World Rapid 2022, 2022).
Next game: Carlsen vs Dubov, 1-0 (Titled Tue 31st Jan Late, 2023).
The moves of Daniil Dubov vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz 2022
Daniil Dubov and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this middlegame battle at World Blitz 2022 in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Indian Defenses (A46) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 30 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, the game was drawn between Daniil Dubov and Magnus Carlsen. 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 59 of 71.
Where and when was Daniil Dubov vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the World Blitz 2022, round 11.1, on 29 December 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Daniil Dubov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at World Blitz 2022 in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A46). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Daniil Dubov and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 30 moves (59 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.