Lesson Overview

Two-bishop mate is a fundamental checkmating technique where bishops and king coordinate to drive the opposing king to the corner. This lesson demonstrates the steps and provides a practice exercise.

Mate with 2 bishops poster

Two Bishops vs. King: The Box Method

Video Lesson

Step-by-step demonstration of the key maneuvers and cornering technique.

Practice Problem: Mate in 1

White to move. Find the immediate checkmate. The Black King has been successfully cornered on h8. **Click the Bishop on f7, then click the destination square (g8).**