Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
Sicilian Defense (B40) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 50 moves · Round 2.4 · 15 September 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteIan Nepomniachtchi
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2023
- Round2.4
- Date15 September 2023
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B40)
- Length50 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 132 of 173 between Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi in the Rama Chess database (2002–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 67–25 with 81 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Nepomniachtchi, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nepomniachtchi, ½-½ (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
The moves of Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
A full-length game in which Ian Nepomniachtchi was paired against Magnus Carlsen at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B40) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 50 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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 black 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 Ian Nepomniachtchi?
In the 173 games between them in our database (2002 to 2025) Carlsen leads 67–25 with 81 draws. This game is number 132 of 173.
Where and when was Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2023, round 2.4, on 15 September 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Ian Nepomniachtchi (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B40). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 50 moves (100 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.