Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
Indian Defenses (A45) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 31 moves · Round 3.9 · 1 February 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackRauf Mamedov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventChess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
- Round3.9
- Date1 February 2020
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A45)
- Length31 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 9 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, 0-1 (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Rauf Mamedov at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Indian Defenses (A45) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 31 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.
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, 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 9 of 33.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Rauf Mamedov played?
At the Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, round 3.9, 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 Indian Defenses (ECO code A45). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 31 moves (61 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.