Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, Chess24 Banter Final 2020
Nimzo-Indian Defense (E51) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 31 moves · Round 2.7 · 25 September 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAnish Giri
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventChess24 Banter Final 2020
- Round2.7
- Date25 September 2020
- OpeningNimzo-Indian Defense (E51)
- Length31 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 66 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, ½-½ (Chess24 Banter Final 2020, 2020).
Next game: Giri vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Chess24 Banter Final 2020, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, Chess24 Banter Final 2020
Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri met over the board in this middlegame battle at Chess24 Banter Final 2020 in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Nimzo-Indian Defense (E51) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 31 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.
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When the dust settled, 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 66 of 130.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri played?
At the Chess24 Banter Final 2020, round 2.7, on 25 September 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Anish Giri (Black), at Chess24 Banter Final 2020 in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Nimzo-Indian Defense (ECO code E51). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 31 moves (61 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 Nimzo-Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.