Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
Sicilian Defense (B30) · 1-0 (Hikaru Nakamura won) · 36 moves · Round 4.25 · 22 September 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteHikaru Nakamura
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Hikaru Nakamura won
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2023
- Round4.25
- Date22 September 2023
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B30)
- Length36 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 321 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: Nakamura vs Carlsen, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
Next game: Nakamura vs Carlsen, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
The moves of Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
A middlegame battle in which Hikaru Nakamura was paired against Magnus Carlsen at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B30), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 36 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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After the contest, Hikaru Nakamura 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 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 321 of 408.
Where and when was Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2023, round 4.25, on 22 September 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Hikaru Nakamura (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B30). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Hikaru Nakamura won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 36 moves (71 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.