Mikhail Tal's Most Unusual Queen Sacrifice vs Queen Sacrifice - Analysis of Smyslov vs Tal 1964

This 16-minute chess analysis video examines a fascinating game between World Champions Vasily Smyslov and Mikhail Tal from 1964, featuring Tal's favorite queen sacrifice. Witness the clash between Tal's aggressive sacrificial style and Smyslov's solid endgame mastery as the English Opening unfolds into a tactical masterpiece. Explore how Tal sets traps in the opening, learn middlegame planning techniques, and analyze the remarkable moment when Tal's queen sacrifice is countered by Smyslov's own queen sacrifice. The video breaks down the relative strength of bishops versus knights in the resulting endgame, shares an interesting anecdote about Tal, and provides valuable endgame strategy lessons from two chess legends. Perfect for chess enthusiasts looking to understand sacrificial play and endgame techniques from world-class players.