Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen, Glitnir Blitz 2006
Two Knights Defense (C55) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 51 moves · Round 5.1 · 16 March 2006
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteViswanathan Anand
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventGlitnir Blitz 2006
- Round5.1
- Date16 March 2006
- OpeningTwo Knights Defense (C55)
- Length51 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 5 of 143 between Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 40–21 with 82 draws.
Previous game: Anand vs Carlsen, 1-0 (18th Rapid KO, 2005).
Next game: Carlsen vs Anand, 1-0 (Glitnir Blitz, 2006).
The moves of Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen, Glitnir Blitz 2006
This full-length game sees Viswanathan Anand take on Magnus Carlsen at Glitnir Blitz in 2006. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed Two Knights Defense (C55) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 51 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 Viswanathan Anand?
In the 143 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 40–21 with 82 draws. This game is number 5 of 143.
Where and when was Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Glitnir Blitz, round 5.1, on 16 March 2006.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Viswanathan Anand (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Glitnir Blitz in 2006.
What opening was played?
The game used Two Knights Defense (ECO code C55). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 51 moves (102 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 Two Knights Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.