Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2022
Pirc Defense (B09) · ½-½ (Draw) · 16 moves · Round 4.28 · 18 December 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteHikaru Nakamura
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2022
- Round4.28
- Date18 December 2022
- OpeningPirc Defense (B09)
- Length16 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 237 of 408 between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura in the Rama Chess database (2005–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 144–82 with 182 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2022, 2022).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2022, 2022).
The moves of Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2022
In this encounter Hikaru Nakamura had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at chess.com SpeedChess 2022 in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Pirc Defense (B09) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 16 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.
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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Hikaru Nakamura and Magnus Carlsen. 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 Hikaru Nakamura?
In the 408 games between them in our database (2005 to 2025) Carlsen leads 144–82 with 182 draws. This game is number 237 of 408.
Where and when was Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2022, round 4.28, on 18 December 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Hikaru Nakamura (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at chess.com SpeedChess 2022 in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Pirc Defense (ECO code B09). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Hikaru Nakamura and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 16 moves (31 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 Pirc Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.