Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, 11th Norway Chess 2023
Catalan Opening (E06) · ½-½ (Draw) · 39 moves · Round 5.1 · 4 June 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAnish Giri
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event11th Norway Chess 2023
- Round5.1
- Date4 June 2023
- OpeningCatalan Opening (E06)
- Length39 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 118 of 130 between Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri in the Rama Chess database (2011–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 41–11 with 78 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Giri, 1-0 (11th Norway Armageddon, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Giri, 1-0 (Titled Tue 19th Mar Early, 2024).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, 11th Norway Chess 2023
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Anish Giri at 11th Norway Chess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Catalan Opening (E06), a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 39 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
In the end, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri. 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 Anish Giri?
In the 130 games between them in our database (2011 to 2025) Carlsen leads 41–11 with 78 draws. This game is number 118 of 130.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri played?
At the 11th Norway Chess 2023, round 5.1, on 4 June 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Anish Giri (Black), at 11th Norway Chess 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Catalan Opening (ECO code E06). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 39 moves (78 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 Catalan Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.