Which is better: Vasily Smyslov or Bobby Fischer?

Vasily Smyslov vs Bobby Fischer

Vasily Smyslov

Bobby Fischer

WINNER Bobby Fischer

Bobby Fischer edges ahead with a score of 9.5/10 compared to 9.3/10 for Vasily Smyslov. While both are highly rated in t...

Vasily Smyslov

9.3 Excellent

Chess Player

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Bobby Fischer edges ahead with a score of 9.5/10 compared to 9.3/10 for Vasily Smyslov. While both are highly rated in their respective fields, Bobby Fischer demonstrates a slight advantage in our AI ranking criteria. A detailed AI-powered analysis is being prepared for this comparison.

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Vasily Smyslov

Vasily Smyslov was a Soviet chess grandmaster and one of the greatest players in history. He won the World Chess Championship twice and is known for his versatility, strategic depth, and ability to play at the highest level across different openings. His contributions to chess theory and his long career make him an important figure in the game.

Bobby Fischer

An iconic and tragic genius, Bobby Fischer's peak is arguably the highest ever seen. His 1972 World Championship victory over Boris Spassky was a cultural landmark. Known for obsessive study and an original, clear style, he decimated the 1963-64 U.S. Championship with an 11-0 score and crushed Tigran Petrosian and Mark Taimanov in Candidates matches. His 20-game winning streak against elite compet...