Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen, 19th Amber Blindfold 2010
King's Indian Defense (E70) · 1-0 (Alexander Grischuk won) · 26 moves · Round 11 · 25 March 2010
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlexander Grischuk
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Alexander Grischuk won
- Event19th Amber Blindfold 2010
- Round11
- Date25 March 2010
- OpeningKing's Indian Defense (E70)
- Length26 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 13 of 114 between Magnus Carlsen and Alexander Grischuk in the Rama Chess database (2006–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 49–26 with 39 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Grischuk, 1-0 (World Blitz, 2009).
Next game: Carlsen vs Grischuk, 1-0 (19th Amber Rapid, 2010).
The moves of Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen, 19th Amber Blindfold 2010
In this encounter Alexander Grischuk had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at 19th Amber Blindfold in 2010. It was played in round 11. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with King's Indian Defense (E70), a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 26 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.
In the end, Alexander Grischuk won with the white pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Alexander Grischuk?
In the 114 games between them in our database (2006 to 2025) Carlsen leads 49–26 with 39 draws. This game is number 13 of 114.
Where and when was Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 19th Amber Blindfold, round 11, on 25 March 2010.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Alexander Grischuk (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 19th Amber Blindfold in 2010.
What opening was played?
The game used King's Indian Defense (ECO code E70). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
Alexander Grischuk won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 26 moves (51 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 King's Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.