Gata Kamsky vs Magnus Carlsen, Tal Memorial Blitz 2008
Indian Defenses (A47) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 50 moves · Round 4 · 29 August 2008
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteGata Kamsky
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventTal Memorial Blitz 2008
- Round4
- Date29 August 2008
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A47)
- Length50 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 12 of 26 between Magnus Carlsen and Gata Kamsky in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 11–7 with 8 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Kamsky, ½-½ (FIDE GP, 2008).
Next game: Carlsen vs Kamsky, ½-½ (Tal Memorial Blitz, 2008).
The moves of Gata Kamsky vs Magnus Carlsen, Tal Memorial Blitz 2008
A full-length game in which Gata Kamsky was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Tal Memorial Blitz in 2008. It was played in round 4. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed Indian Defenses (A47) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Running to 50 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 Gata Kamsky?
In the 26 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 11–7 with 8 draws. This game is number 12 of 26.
Where and when was Gata Kamsky vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Tal Memorial Blitz, round 4, on 29 August 2008.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Gata Kamsky (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Tal Memorial Blitz in 2008.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A47). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 50 moves (100 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 Indian Defenses collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.