Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, Goldmoney Asian Prelim 2021
Italian Game (C50) · ½-½ (Draw) · 37 moves · Round 7.8 · 27 June 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAnish Giri
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventGoldmoney Asian Prelim 2021
- Round7.8
- Date27 June 2021
- OpeningItalian Game (C50)
- Length37 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 85 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, 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen Inv Prelim, 2021).
Next game: Carlsen vs Giri, ½-½ (Aimchess US Rapid Prelim, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, Goldmoney Asian Prelim 2021
Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri met over the board in this middlegame battle at Goldmoney Asian Prelim in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Italian Game (C50) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 37 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, 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 85 of 130.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri played?
At the Goldmoney Asian Prelim, round 7.8, on 27 June 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Anish Giri (Black), at Goldmoney Asian Prelim in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Italian Game (ECO code C50). 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 37 moves (73 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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