R Praggnanandhaa, Anish Giri, and Fabiano Caruana navigate a unique dynamic as Alpine SG Pipers teammates in the Global Chess League, knowing they will be fierce rivals at the 2025 Candidates Tournament. Discover their poker-like mind games.
World Champion D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, and Arjun Erigaisi reveal their grueling global schedules, where returning home feels like a rare holiday. Discover their relentless pursuit of chess glory.
Viswanathan Anand defeats world champion D Gukesh in a sharp Sicilian battle at the Global Chess League 2025. Ganges Grandmasters beat PBG Alaskan Knights 12-3. Read the full analysis.
Mumba Masters notch their second consecutive win in the Global Chess League 2024, while Ganges Grandmasters stun Chennai for their maiden victory. Full match details and standings inside!
Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri shares insights on World Champion D Gukesh's contrasting personalities on and off the board. Read about their potential clash in the Global Chess League starting December 14 in Mumbai.
Sarvagya Singh Kushwaha, aged 3 years and 7 months from Madhya Pradesh, makes history as the youngest player ever to earn a FIDE rapid rating of 1572. Discover his incredible journey.
Russian chess grandmaster Sergey Karjakin lauds India as a friendly nation, discusses his political stance, and shares insights on the World Chess Championship. Read his exclusive interview.
The 7th All India Defence Accounts Chess Tournament concluded in Chandigarh with the Jammu team emerging victorious. Read about the winners and spirited performances.
The Global Chess League's 3rd edition in India introduces live commentary headphones for fans at the venue, aiming to make elite chess more accessible and engaging for new audiences.
Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri reveals how the 2024 Global Chess League in London revived his form after a ratings slump, leading to his Candidates 2026 qualification. Exclusive stories on team bonding, food wars & iPhone mutiny.
Meet Aadya Singh, a 3-year-old nursery student from Noida, who has become the youngest player in chess history to secure an international FIDE rating. Discover her incredible journey and what's next for the prodigy.
Discover the stories of five unique Indian chess enthusiasts - a corporate honcho, a chocolatier, a filmmaker, a content creator, and a superfan - who are redefining fandom and fueling their passions through the game. Read their inspiring journeys.
Anaya Sharma, an 8-year-old from Hyderabad, clinched gold in the U-8 category at the Commonwealth Chess Championship in Kuala Lumpur. Discover her journey and ambition to become a world champion.
Dutch No.1 Anish Giri opens up on his FIDE World Cup experience in Goa, his roadmap for the 2026 Candidates, and the excitement around the Global Chess League. A must-read for chess fans.
Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra addresses concerns about chess prodigy D Gukesh's performance dip, calling it a natural phase for athletes after major achievements. Read his expert insights.
Goa CM announces chess expansion to all schools following successful FIDE World Cup 2025. State aims to become India's premier sporting hub with legacy initiatives.
Javokhir Sindarov becomes first Uzbek to qualify for Candidates after dramatic World Cup victory over China's Wei Yi. Read his inspiring journey from GCL disappointment to glory.
The FIDE World Cup final remains undecided after a 1-1 classical score. The champion will be determined Wednesday through rapid and blitz tie-breaks. Don't miss the thrilling conclusion!
Discover how China's unique chess ecosystem with national training camps propelled Wei Yi to FIDE World Cup success. Learn about their systematic approach to talent development.
10-year-old Indian-origin chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan wins women's first prize at UK Open Blitz Championships. Read about her incredible journey and records.
FIDE introduces a strict dress code for the World Rapid & Blitz chess. Fines for wrinkled clothing, unkempt looks & betting logos. Will Carlsen comply?
Danny Rensch's new book 'Dark Squares' chronicles his life from discovering chess in 1995 to the center of chess's biggest cheating scandal. Read the explosive revelations.
Chinese prodigy Wei Yi, youngest to cross 2700 Elo at 15, emerges as dark horse in FIDE World Cup 2025. Discover his remarkable journey and tournament highlights.
Ukrainian delegation formally objects to Russian team competing under FIDE flag at Women's World Team Championship in Spain. Read about the ongoing controversy and legal arguments.
American GM Hikaru Nakamura incorrectly predicted 6 out of 8 Chess World Cup matches, underlining the tournament's extreme unpredictability in Goa.
Dutch GM Loek van Wely dismisses Ian Nepomniachtchi's complaints about FIDE World Cup conditions in Goa. Read why top players defended India's organization.
Follow live updates as Arjun Erigaisi and Pentala Harikrishna compete in Round 5 Game 2 at FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa. Both Indians drew their opening games and now face crucial matches for quarterfinal qualification.
Veteran P Harikrishna's aggressive run to the Chess World Cup's fifth round, marked by bold queen sacrifices, showcases the formidable depth of Indian chess talent. Discover how he's flying the flag for his generation.
Eight-year-old Aayaan Gupta from Chandigarh triumphs at National Under-9 Chess Championship in Delhi. The young prodigy scored 8.5 points to claim the prestigious title.
Live updates from the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa. Arjun Erigaisi, R Praggnanandhaa, and Pentala Harikrishna compete in Round 4 tiebreaks for a spot in the next round. Follow the action!