Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, Skilling Open Prelim 2020
Sicilian Defense (B53) · ½-½ (Draw) · 39 moves · Round 9.5 · 23 November 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAnish Giri
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventSkilling Open Prelim 2020
- Round9.5
- Date23 November 2020
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B53)
- Length39 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 72 of 130 between Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri in the Rama Chess database (2011–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 41–11 with 78 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Giri, 1-0 (Chess24 Banter Final 2020, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Giri, ½-½ (Skilling Open KO 2020, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri, Skilling Open Prelim 2020
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Anish Giri at Skilling Open Prelim in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B53) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 39 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri. 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 Anish Giri?
In the 130 games between them in our database (2011 to 2025) Carlsen leads 41–11 with 78 draws. This game is number 72 of 130.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Anish Giri played?
At the Skilling Open Prelim, round 9.5, on 23 November 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Anish Giri (Black), at Skilling Open Prelim in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B53). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 39 moves (78 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.