Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
Sicilian Defense (B50) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 56 moves · Round 3.7 · 1 February 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackRauf Mamedov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventChess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
- Round3.7
- Date1 February 2020
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B50)
- Length56 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 15 of 33 between Magnus Carlsen and Rauf Mamedov in the Rama Chess database (2010–2023). In all their games Carlsen leads 22–6 with 5 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Mamedov, ½-½ (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).
Next game: Mamedov vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
This full-length game sees Magnus Carlsen take on Rauf Mamedov at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B50) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 56 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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In the end, Magnus Carlsen 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 Rauf Mamedov?
In the 33 games between them in our database (2010 to 2023) Carlsen leads 22–6 with 5 draws. This game is number 15 of 33.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov played?
At the Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, round 3.7, on 1 February 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Rauf Mamedov (Black), at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B50). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 56 moves (111 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.