Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz 2015
Réti Opening (A07) · ½-½ (Draw) · 51 moves · Round 12.1 · 14 October 2015
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVladimir Kramnik
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventWorld Blitz 2015
- Round12.1
- Date14 October 2015
- OpeningRéti Opening (A07)
- Length51 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 47 of 72 between Magnus Carlsen and Vladimir Kramnik in the Rama Chess database (2007–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 27–13 with 32 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Kramnik, 1-0 (Vugar Gashimov Mem 2015, 2015).
Next game: Carlsen vs Kramnik, ½-½ (Qatar Masters Open 2015, 2015).
The moves of Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen, World Blitz 2015
A full-length game in which Vladimir Kramnik was paired against Magnus Carlsen at World Blitz 2015 in 2015. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Réti Opening (A07), a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Running to 51 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, the game was drawn between Vladimir Kramnik and Magnus Carlsen. 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 Vladimir Kramnik?
In the 72 games between them in our database (2007 to 2024) Carlsen leads 27–13 with 32 draws. This game is number 47 of 72.
Where and when was Vladimir Kramnik vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the World Blitz 2015, round 12.1, on 14 October 2015.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Vladimir Kramnik (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at World Blitz 2015 in 2015.
What opening was played?
The game used Réti Opening (ECO code A07). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Vladimir Kramnik and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 51 moves (101 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 Réti Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.