Magnus Carlsen vs Pavel Eljanov
GM Magnus Carlsen (2823) · GM Pavel Eljanov (2664)
Magnus Carlsen and Pavel Eljanov have played 15 recorded games against each other, the first in Jan 2008 and the most recent in Aug 2024. Carlsen leads 11 wins to 1, with 3 draws (80% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (2 games). The average game between them lasted 45 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Carlsen | Draws | Eljanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsen with White | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Eljanov with White | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Carlsen | Draws | Eljanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Classical | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Rapid | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Carlsen | Draws | Eljanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C65 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| A90 | Horwitz Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B00 | Réti Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B13 | London System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D02 | Réti Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D38 | Queen's Gambit Declined: Ragozin Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D91 | Grünfeld Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2024 | Magnus Carlsen | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Réti Opening | Titled Tue Late |
| May 2024 | Pavel Eljanov | Magnus Carlsen | 1/2-1/2 | London System | Titled Tue Late |
| Dec 2017 | Magnus Carlsen | Pavel Eljanov | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | Wch Rapid |
| Sep 2017 | Pavel Eljanov | Magnus Carlsen | 0-1 | Réti Opening | Douglas IoM Open |
| Jan 2017 | Pavel Eljanov | Magnus Carlsen | 0-1 | Horwitz Defense | 79th Tata Steel Masters |
| Apr 2016 | Magnus Carlsen | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Catalan | 4th Norway Chess |
| Apr 2016 | Magnus Carlsen | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 4th Norway Masters blitz |
| Jan 2016 | Pavel Eljanov | Magnus Carlsen | 0-1 | Catalan | 78th Tata Steel Masters |
| Oct 2015 | Pavel Eljanov | Magnus Carlsen | 0-1 | Queen's Pawn Game | 9th Wch Blitz |
| Nov 2010 | Magnus Carlsen | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Anderssen's opening | 5th Wch Blitz |
| Nov 2010 | Pavel Eljanov | Magnus Carlsen | 1-0 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | 5th Wch Blitz |
| Aug 2008 | Magnus Carlsen | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Queen's Gambit Declined: Ragozin Defense | Moscow Tal Memorial Blitz |
| Aug 2008 | Pavel Eljanov | Magnus Carlsen | 1/2-1/2 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | Moscow Tal Memorial Blitz |
| Jun 2008 | Pavel Eljanov | Magnus Carlsen | 0-1 | Catalan | Foros Aerosvit 3rd |
| Jan 2008 | Magnus Carlsen | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Grünfeld Defense | Corus |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Magnus Carlsen and Pavel Eljanov?
In 15 recorded games, Magnus Carlsen has 11 wins, Pavel Eljanov has 1 wins, and they have drawn 3 times.
How many times have Magnus Carlsen and Pavel Eljanov played each other?
Our database records 15 games between them, from Jan 2008 to Aug 2024.
What openings do Magnus Carlsen and Pavel Eljanov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (2 games), followed by the Horwitz Defense (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.