Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, Carlsen Inv Prelim 2020
Indian Defenses (A48) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 79 moves · Round 6.5 · 28 April 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackIan Nepomniachtchi
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventCarlsen Inv Prelim 2020
- Round6.5
- Date28 April 2020
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A48)
- Length79 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 32 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: Nepomniachtchi vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Carlsen Inv Prelim, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nepomniachtchi, 1-0 (Legends of Chess Prelim, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi, Carlsen Inv Prelim 2020
A marathon in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Ian Nepomniachtchi at Carlsen Inv Prelim in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Indian Defenses (A48) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 79 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.
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.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. 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 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 32 of 173.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Ian Nepomniachtchi played?
At the Carlsen Inv Prelim, round 6.5, on 28 April 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (Black), at Carlsen Inv Prelim in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A48). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 79 moves (157 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 Indian Defenses collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.