Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, 45th Biel GM 2012
Petrov Defense (C42) · ½-½ (Draw) · 49 moves · Round 5 · 27 July 2012
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAnish Giri
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event45th Biel GM 2012
- Round5
- Date27 July 2012
- OpeningPetrov Defense (C42)
- Length49 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 5 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, ½-½ (74th Tata Steel GMA, 2012).
Next game: Giri vs Carlsen, ½-½ (45th Biel GM, 2012).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, 45th Biel GM 2012
Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri met over the board in this full-length game at 45th Biel GM in 2012. It was played in round 5. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Petrov Defense (C42), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 49 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
When the dust settled, 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 5 of 130.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri played?
At the 45th Biel GM, round 5, on 27 July 2012.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Anish Giri (Black), at 45th Biel GM in 2012.
What opening was played?
The game used Petrov Defense (ECO code C42). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 49 moves (97 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 Petrov Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.