Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, Tal Memorial 2006

Sicilian Defense (B46) · ½-½ (Draw) · 31 moves · Round 3 · 8 November 2006

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White
Magnus Carlsen
½ – ½
Black
Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
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About This Game

Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackShakhriyar Mamedyarov
  • Result½-½ · Draw
  • EventTal Memorial 2006
  • Round3
  • Date8 November 2006
  • OpeningSicilian Defense (B46)
  • Length31 moves
  • Type of eventClassical

This is game 2 of 95 between Magnus Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 46–14 with 35 draws.

Previous game: Carlsen vs Mamedyarov, ½-½ (Corus B, 2005).

Next game: Mamedyarov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Sparkassen GM, 2007).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, Tal Memorial 2006

1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 e6 3.Nc3 a6 4.d4 cxd4 5.Nxd4 Nc6 6.Nxc6 bxc6 7.Bd3 d5 8.O-O Nf6 9.Re1 Be7 10.e5 Nd7 11.Qg4 g6 12.Na4 Qa5 13.Bh6 c5 14.b3 c4 15.Bf1 Bb7 16.Re3 Bc6 17.Qf4 Bxa4 18.Rf3 O-O-O 19.Qxf7 Rhe8 20.bxa4 Bc5 21.Rb1 Qxa4 22.Bg5 Qc6 23.Bxd8 Nxe5 24.Rb8+ Kxb8 25.Bc7+ Qxc7 26.Qxe8+ Qc8 27.Qxc8+ Kxc8 28.Rh3 Ng4 29.Rf3 Ne5 30.Rh3 Ng4 31.Rf3 1/2-1/2

Magnus Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov met over the board in this middlegame battle at Tal Memorial in 2006. It was played in round 3. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.

From Sicilian Defense (B46) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.

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.

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 Magnus Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov. 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 Shakhriyar Mamedyarov?

In the 95 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 46–14 with 35 draws. This game is number 2 of 95.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Shakhriyar Mamedyarov played?

At the Tal Memorial, round 3, on 8 November 2006.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (Black), at Tal Memorial in 2006.

What opening was played?

The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B46). Sharp, double-edged play.

What was the result?

The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov.

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?

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