Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Clutch Chess: Champions 2025
Sicilian Defense (B27) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 45 moves · Round 12.1 · 28 October 2025
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackHikaru Nakamura
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventClutch Chess: Champions 2025
- Round12.1
- Date28 October 2025
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B27)
- Length45 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 399 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, 0-1 (Clutch Chess: Champions, 2025).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, ½-½ (Clutch Chess: Champions, 2025).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Clutch Chess: Champions 2025
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Hikaru Nakamura at Clutch Chess: Champions in 2025. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B27) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 45 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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After the contest, 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 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 399 of 408.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura played?
At the Clutch Chess: Champions, round 12.1, on 28 October 2025.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hikaru Nakamura (Black), at Clutch Chess: Champions in 2025.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B27). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 45 moves (89 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.