Bivor Adak vs. Shourya Paul - Elegant International Chess Academy 1st Division Chess League 2024 1/2-1/2

In the game between Bivor Adak and Shourya Paul during the Elegant International Chess Academy 1st Division Chess League on July 11, 2024, White played the move Qb3. This move follows a capture and immediately threatens a material gain. It also connects the rooks, allowing them to work together more effectively. However, it overlooks a superior opportunity to counter an attack. Despite this, the move effectively defends an attacked piece and ensures that the queen is now well-defended. On the downside, it misses a chance to offer better protection for an underdefended piece and ignores a potential opportunity to develop another piece. Furthermore, the move blocks an opponent's attack and promotes active play for the queen. Overall, while Qb3 has its merits in enhancing piece coordination and defense, it misses out on several tactical opportunities.