Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen, Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
Old Indian Defense (A53) · 1-0 (Andrew Tang won) · 48 moves · Round 78 · 22 February 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAndrew Tang
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Andrew Tang won
- EventCarlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
- Round78
- Date22 February 2021
- OpeningOld Indian Defense (A53)
- Length48 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 91 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, 0-1 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).
Next game: Carlsen vs Tang, 0-1 (Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, 2021).
The moves of Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen, Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021
This full-length game sees Andrew Tang take on Magnus Carlsen at Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021 in 2021. It was played in round 78. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Old Indian Defense (A53) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Running to 48 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.
In the end, Andrew Tang 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 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 91 of 142.
Where and when was Andrew Tang vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021, round 78, on 22 February 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Andrew Tang (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Carlsen-Tang Bullet 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Old Indian Defense (ECO code A53). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Andrew Tang won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 48 moves (95 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 Old Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.