Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, World Blitz 2018
English Opening (A28) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 24 moves · Round 13.1 · 30 December 2018
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAnish Giri
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWorld Blitz 2018
- Round13.1
- Date30 December 2018
- OpeningEnglish Opening (A28)
- Length24 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 38 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: Giri vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Vugar Gashimov Mem 2018, 2018).
Next game: Giri vs Carlsen, ½-½ (81st Tata Steel GpA, 2019).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, World Blitz 2018
Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri met over the board in this middlegame battle at World Blitz 2018 in 2018. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From English Opening (A28) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 24 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.
After the contest, 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 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 38 of 130.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri played?
At the World Blitz 2018, round 13.1, on 30 December 2018.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Anish Giri (Black), at World Blitz 2018 in 2018.
What opening was played?
The game used English Opening (ECO code A28). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 24 moves (48 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?
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