Vidit Gujrathi vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
Sicilian Defense (B31) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 30 moves · Round 1.6 · 12 September 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVidit Gujrathi
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2023
- Round1.6
- Date12 September 2023
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B31)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 22 of 46 between Magnus Carlsen and Vidit Gujrathi in the Rama Chess database (2016–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 24–6 with 16 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Gujrathi, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Gujrathi, 1-0 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
The moves of Vidit Gujrathi vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
In this encounter Vidit Gujrathi had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B31), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 30 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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When the dust settled, 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 Vidit Gujrathi?
In the 46 games between them in our database (2016 to 2024) Carlsen leads 24–6 with 16 draws. This game is number 22 of 46.
Where and when was Vidit Gujrathi vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2023, round 1.6, on 12 September 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Vidit Gujrathi (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B31). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 30 moves (60 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.