Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen, Katara Bullet Final 2021
Indian Defenses (A46) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 31 moves · Round 3.8 · 23 June 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAndrew Tang
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventKatara Bullet Final 2021
- Round3.8
- Date23 June 2021
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A46)
- Length31 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 108 of 142 between Magnus Carlsen and Andrew Tang in the Rama Chess database (2014–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 82–45 with 15 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Tang, 1-0 (Katara Bullet Final 2021, 2021).
Next game: Carlsen vs Tang, 0-1 (Katara Bullet Final 2021, 2021).
The moves of Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen, Katara Bullet Final 2021
A middlegame battle in which Andrew Tang was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Katara Bullet Final 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Indian Defenses (A46) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 31 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, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 Andrew Tang?
In the 142 games between them in our database (2014 to 2025) Carlsen leads 82–45 with 15 draws. This game is number 108 of 142.
Where and when was Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Katara Bullet Final 2021, round 3.8, on 23 June 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Andrew Tang (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Katara Bullet Final 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A46). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 31 moves (62 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.