Kasparov Beats Anand Again in High-Profile Fischer Random Clash

Garry Kasparov proved he still has the instincts of a champion after defeating Viswanathan Anand in a headline-grabbing Fischer Random (Chess960) match, reigniting one of chess’s greatest rivalries nearly three decades after their legendary 1995 World Championship battle. The exhibition encounter, held in front of a packed audience and watched closely online, brought together two icons from the golden era of modern chess. While both players are long removed from their world-title primes, the match showed that elite class never truly disappears—especially when the clock is running and the position is unfamiliar. Unlike traditional chess, Fischer Random begins with pieces placed in randomized back-rank starting positions, forcing players to rely less on memorized opening theory and more on raw calculation, creativity, and adaptability. That format played perfectly into Kasparov’s aggressive style, as he quickly seized initiative in chaotic middlegames and kept Anand under constant pressure. Anand, widely respected for his speed and precision, fought back with sharp defensive resources and flashes of tactical brilliance. But in critical moments, Kasparov’s experience and relentless energy gave him the edge, allowing him to convert advantages with clinical accuracy. For fans, the match delivered exactly what it promised: nostalgia, fireworks, and the thrill of seeing two legends clash once more—this time in a modern format designed to test pure chess skill. Kasparov’s victory adds another chapter to a rivalry that helped define world chess, and it leaves one lingering question in the air: if they played again tomorrow, could Anand strike back—or would Kasparov’s competitive fire win all over again?