Magnus Carlsen vs Javokhir Sindarov
GM Magnus Carlsen (2823) · GM Javokhir Sindarov (2782)
Magnus Carlsen and Javokhir Sindarov have played 16 recorded games against each other, the first in Jul 2024 and the most recent in Sep 2026. Carlsen leads 8 wins to 5, with 3 draws (81% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian (2 games). The average game between them lasted 51 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Carlsen | Draws | Sindarov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsen with White | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 |
| Sindarov with White | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Carlsen | Draws | Sindarov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Rapid | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Carlsen | Draws | Sindarov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B40 | Sicilian | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| A00 | Anderssen's opening | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| A05 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A15 | English Opening | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| A45 | Queen's Pawn Game: Chigorin Variation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B30 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B34 | Sicilian | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | Tech Mahindra Global Chess League 2026 | Preliminary Stage |
| Sep 2026 | Javokhir Sindarov | Magnus Carlsen | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | Tech Mahindra Global Chess League 2026 | Preliminary Stage |
| Jun 2026 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 0-1 | Catalan | FIDE World Rapid Team |
| Feb 2026 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 0-1 | English Opening | Titled Tue |
| Feb 2026 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 1-0 | ? | FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship 2026 | Round-Robin |
| Dec 2025 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 1/2-1/2 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | World Blitz 2025 |
| Aug 2025 | Javokhir Sindarov | Magnus Carlsen | 0-1 | Sicilian | Titled Tue Late |
| Jul 2025 | Javokhir Sindarov | Magnus Carlsen | 0-1 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| May 2025 | Javokhir Sindarov | Magnus Carlsen | 0-1 | French Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Mar 2025 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 1-0 | Sicilian | Titled Tue Late |
| Mar 2025 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 0-1 | Anderssen's opening | Titled Tue Early |
| Mar 2025 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 0-1 | Queen's Pawn Game: Chigorin Variation | Titled Tue Late |
| Dec 2024 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 1/2-1/2 | Réti Opening | Titled Tue Early |
| Sep 2024 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 1-0 | Sicilian | Titled Tue Late |
| Aug 2024 | Magnus Carlsen | Javokhir Sindarov | 1-0 | Italian Game | Titled Tue Late |
| Jul 2024 | Javokhir Sindarov | Magnus Carlsen | 1-0 | Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | Titled Tue Late |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Magnus Carlsen and Javokhir Sindarov?
In 16 recorded games, Magnus Carlsen has 8 wins, Javokhir Sindarov has 5 wins, and they have drawn 3 times.
How many times have Magnus Carlsen and Javokhir Sindarov played each other?
Our database records 16 games between them, from Jul 2024 to Sep 2026.
What openings do Magnus Carlsen and Javokhir Sindarov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian (2 games), followed by the Anderssen's opening (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.