PBG Alaskan Knights vs Fyers American Gambits: A Tense Battle Decided by Margins
The third and final match of Global Chess League 2025’s opening night at Mumbai’s Royal Opera House delivered high drama, with the Fyers American Gambits narrowly defeating PBG Alaskan Knights 8-5 in game points. In a match that featured five draws and just one decisive game, every move carried weight, and the margins between victory […]
Ganges Grandmasters vs upGrad Mumba Masters: A Statement Performance
In what was anticipated as a competitive clash between two ambitious rosters, upGrad Mumba Masters produced an impressive performance, defeating Ganges Grandmasters 17-4 in a commanding display at Mumbai’s Royal Opera House. Playing on opening day, the Masters secured victories on four of six boards, making a strong statement about their championship ambitions this season. […]
Triveni Continental Kings vs Alpine SG Pipers: A Championship Statement
The opening match of Global Chess League Season 3 delivered exactly what was promised—a tactical thriller between two powerhouse teams. Defending champions Triveni Continental Kings secured a hard-fought 9-7 victory over Alpine SG Pipers at Mumbai’s Royal Opera House, making an emphatic statement in their quest for an unprecedented third consecutive title. The Icon Board […]
Match 3 Preview: PBG Alaskan Knights vs Fyers American Gambits
Date: December 14, 2025 | Time: 20:00 IST | Venue: Royal Opera House, Mumbai The opening night concludes with a thunderous clash as World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju leads PBG Alaskan Knights against streaming sensation Hikaru Nakamura’s Fyers American Gambits in what promises to be the night’s marquee attraction. Battle of the Icons This matchup centers […]
Match 2 Preview: Ganges Grandmasters vs upGrad Mumba Masters
Date: December 14, 2025 | Time: 18:30 IST | Venue: Royal Opera House, Mumbai Following the opening showdown, Match 2 delivers a fascinating contrast in team philosophy as the youthful Ganges Grandmasters face the experienced upGrad Mumba Masters in a battle that pits energy against wisdom. Youth vs Experience The Grandmasters have built their roster […]
Match 1 Preview: Triveni Continental Kings vs Alpine SG Pipers
Date: December 14, 2025 | Time: 17:00 IST | Venue: Royal Opera House, Mumbai The Global Chess League Season 3 opens with a blockbuster clash as defending champions Triveni Continental Kings face Alpine SG Pipers in what promises to be a tactical masterclass across all six boards. The Championship Challenge The Kings enter as heavy […]
Alpine SG Pipers: Elite Talent on the World Stage
When the 2025 FIDE World Cup assembled 206 of the world’s strongest competitors, the Alpine SG Pipers dispatched two of their finest to represent the franchise in chess’s most demanding knockout competition. Praggnanandhaa R and Anish Giri—names synonymous with elite-level excellence—carried the franchise banner into battle against the world’s absolute best. Their participation underscored the […]
Triveni Continental Kings: A Championship-Caliber Performance
When the 2025 FIDE World Cup commenced, two players carried the hopes of the Triveni Continental Kings into one of chess’s most demanding competitions. Wei Yi and Vidit Santosh Gujrathi brought with them the collective strength of a franchise committed to excellence. By tournament’s end, one had reached the championship final while the other demonstrated […]
Ganges Grandmasters Deliver Historic World Cup Performance
When the 2025 FIDE World Cup commenced with 206 competitors representing the pinnacle of global chess talent, two players carried the banner of the Ganges Grandmasters into battle. By tournament’s end, one had claimed the championship trophy while the other demonstrated the competitive excellence that defines this franchise. The Ganges Grandmasters’ World Cup campaign stands […]
A Champion Crowned, A Legacy Begins
The closing ceremony of the 2025 FIDE World Cup unfolded as a celebration worthy of the transformative tournament that preceded it—a gathering that honored not merely the champions but the entire month-long journey that brought 206 competitors from more than 80 nations to this historic moment. As the lights illuminated the final chapter of what […]