Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen, Airthings Masters KO 2022
Sicilian Defense (B31) · ½-½ (Draw) · 46 moves · Round 3.21 · 26 February 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteIan Nepomniachtchi
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventAirthings Masters KO 2022
- Round3.21
- Date26 February 2022
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B31)
- Length46 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 94 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, ½-½ (Airthings Masters KO 2022, 2022).
Next game: Nepomniachtchi vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Airthings Masters KO 2022, 2022).
The moves of Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen, Airthings Masters KO 2022
In this encounter Ian Nepomniachtchi had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Airthings Masters KO 2022 in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B31) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 46 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Ian Nepomniachtchi and Magnus Carlsen. 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 94 of 173.
Where and when was Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Airthings Masters KO 2022, round 3.21, on 26 February 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Ian Nepomniachtchi (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Airthings Masters KO 2022 in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B31). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Ian Nepomniachtchi and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 46 moves (91 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.