Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna, 6th YM 2005

Ruy Lopez (C91) · ½-½ (Draw) · 66 moves · Round 1.2 · 15 September 2005

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White
Magnus Carlsen
½ – ½
Black
Pentala Harikrishna
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Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackPentala Harikrishna
  • Result½-½ · Draw
  • Event6th YM 2005
  • Round1.2
  • Date15 September 2005
  • OpeningRuy Lopez (C91)
  • Length66 moves
  • Type of eventOther events

This is game 3 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, 1-0 (6th YM, 2005).

Next game: Harikrishna vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Blindfold World Cup, 2007).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna, 6th YM 2005

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.O-O Be7 6.Re1 b5 7.Bb3 d6 8.c3 O-O 9.d4 Bg4 10.Be3 exd4 11.cxd4 Na5 12.Bc2 Nc4 13.Bc1 c5 14.b3 Nb6 15.Nbd2 Nfd7 16.h3 Bh5 17.Bb2 Rc8 18.Rc1 d5 19.dxc5 Nxc5 20.exd5 Nxd5 21.Bf5 Ne6 22.Rxc8 Qxc8 23.Qa1 Bf6 24.Nd4 Ndf4 25.Ne4 Bxd4 26.Bxd4 Bg6 27.Bxg7 Bxf5 28.Bh6 f6 29.Nxf6+ Kf7 30.Qe5 Kg6 31.Bxf8 Qxf8 32.Nd7 Qd8 33.Re3 Bxh3 34.Qe4+ Kh6 35.Ne5 Qd1+ 36.Re1 Qd2 37.gxh3 Nxh3+ 38.Kh2 Qxf2+ 39.Kh1 Neg5 40.Qe3 Qf5 41.Kh2 Nf4 42.Kg3 Nge6 43.Ng4+ Kg5 44.Qe5 Nd3 45.Qxf5+ Kxf5 46.Re3 Nec5 47.Kf3 h5 48.Nh6+ Kg6 49.Ng8 Kf7 50.Ne7 Nb4 51.Re2 Ne6 52.Ke4 Kxe7 53.Kf5 Kd7 54.Rd2+ Ke7 55.Re2 Kd7 56.Rxe6 Nxa2 57.Ke5 Nc1 58.Rd6+ Kc7 59.b4 Na2 60.Rd4 Kb6 61.Rf4 Kc6 62.Ke6 Nc1 63.Rd4 Na2 64.Rd6+ Kc7 65.Rd7+ Kb6 66.Rd6+ 1/2-1/2

This marathon sees Magnus Carlsen take on Pentala Harikrishna at 6th YM in 2005. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.

From Ruy Lopez (C91) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.

At 66 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.

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.

Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.

After the contest, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Pentala Harikrishna. 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 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 3 of 28.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna played?

At the 6th YM, round 1.2, on 15 September 2005.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Pentala Harikrishna (Black), at 6th YM in 2005.

What opening was played?

The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C91). Classical development and rapid piece play.

What was the result?

The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Pentala Harikrishna.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 66 moves (131 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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