Game 11 of 12
Vladimir Kramnik — Viswanathan Anand
3 November 2008 · Nimzo-Indian Defence · 25 moves
White
Vladimir Kramnik
½
vs
Black
Viswanathan Anand
½
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Summary
The game in which Viswanathan Anand becomes the undisputed World Chess Champion. Kramnik plays the Nimzo-Indian but the game quickly simplifies. After 25 moves Kramnik offers a draw, Anand accepts, and India has its first undisputed world chess champion. Game 12 is not played.
Commentary
Kramnik knows he cannot win the match; the draw is agreed quickly and graciously — a dignified concession from the outgoing champion.
Anand accepts and becomes the undisputed World Chess Champion, capping a remarkable victory built entirely on preparation and precision.
The match outcome is a triumph of preparation and versatility over solidity and experience — Anand's performance will be studied for generations.
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