Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
Sicilian Defense (B30) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 38 moves · Round 3.3 · 1 February 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackRauf Mamedov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventChess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
- Round3.3
- Date1 February 2020
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B30)
- Length38 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 20 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: Mamedov vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Mamedov, 1-0 (Katara Bullet Final 2020, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
Magnus Carlsen and Rauf Mamedov met over the board in this middlegame battle at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B30) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 38 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 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 20 of 33.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov played?
At the Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, round 3.3, 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 B30). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 38 moves (75 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.