Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna, 83rd Tata Steel Masters 2021
Sicilian Defense (B47) · ½-½ (Draw) · 30 moves · Round 7.1 · 23 January 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackPentala Harikrishna
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event83rd Tata Steel Masters 2021
- Round7.1
- Date23 January 2021
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B47)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 22 of 28 between Magnus Carlsen and Pentala Harikrishna in the Rama Chess database (2004–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 15–2 with 11 draws.
Previous game: Harikrishna vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Airthings Masters Prelim, 2020).
Next game: Harikrishna vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Charity Cup Prelim, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna, 83rd Tata Steel Masters 2021
Magnus Carlsen and Pentala Harikrishna met over the board in this middlegame battle at 83rd Tata Steel Masters in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B47) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 30 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Pentala Harikrishna. 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 Pentala Harikrishna?
In the 28 games between them in our database (2004 to 2025) Carlsen leads 15–2 with 11 draws. This game is number 22 of 28.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna played?
At the 83rd Tata Steel Masters, round 7.1, on 23 January 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Pentala Harikrishna (Black), at 83rd Tata Steel Masters in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B47). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Pentala Harikrishna.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 30 moves (60 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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.