Famous Shogi Games: TANIGAWA vs HABU (Jan. 31st, 1994)

[TheHidan888]

what do you think would have happened if instead of defending, Habu would have made a rapid attack like bou-gin

[Gerstein1]

At 10:24, couldn't Habu just block the check with his rook at 4b. He saves both pieces because he's already ahead in material. So if the bishop captures the rook, White still has a chance. The kings position on the other hand, is another story.

[HIDETCHI]

The bishop's never gonna take the rook.

The promoted pawn would just go ahead to 5b, or 5c. Or Silver drop to 5a.

[Exkaliki10]

wouldnt definately think habu-san would make such a move. prior to this game, I had no idea why this move wasn't good. Thank you for making it clear, Mr. Hidetchi.

[teddster214]

this was a good game.