He and I had a single battle in chess.

I ended up having to fight a single match with him.

He has participated in a physical fight before.

He performs at his best in regular games.

He engaged in psychological warfare in the chess match.

The contest for this trophy is very intense.

He got an ancient battleaxe.

This quiz competition is a real battle of the brains.

The Sōkeisen is a major event that gets very exciting every year.

He is a veteran warrior who has overcome any difficulties.