Live Commentary Blitz Games – Season 8 (Games 701-800)

Season 8 is defined by aggression and fighting spirit, featuring dynamic systems like the King's Indian and Alekhine Defense. This archive demonstrates how active piece play can turn the tables against technically superior opponents. Study these games to learn the art of the counter-attack and how to maintain winning chances in unbalanced, double-edged positions.

Welcome to Season 8! This archive covers games 701 through 800 of Kingscrusher's live blitz commentary series on the Internet Chess Club (ICC). This season features intense battles from April 2010 onwards, showcasing a wide range of openings from the King's Indian to the Alekhine Defense.

About Kingscrusher

CM Tryfon Gavriel has shaped online chess media with his instructive and exciting "live commentary" format.

Candidate Master (CM) Tryfon Gavriel (aka Kingscrusher) pioneered chess commentary on YouTube. His style is a throwback to the Romantic era of chess, where daring attacks and speculative sacrifices were played to please the crowd.

Season 8 continues the tradition with rapid commentary, capturing the thought process of a master in real-time against strong opposition.