Top 100 chess players in the world as per FIDE (February 2025)
by # Player Name Federation / Country Rating 1 Carlsen, Magnus NOR 2833 2 Caruana, Fabiano USA 2803 3 Nakamura, Hikaru USA 2802 4 Erigaisi Arjun …
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Top 100 Chess Ranking India Male (FIDE, February 2025)
Rank Player Name Title Rating B-Year 1 Erigaisi Arjun GM 2801 2003 2 Gukesh D GM 2777 2006 3 Anand, Viswanathan GM 2750 1969 4 …
Cash Rewards for GM and IM Titles in Chess
In the news recently: Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi believes that discontinuing cash rewards for achieving GM and IM titles will discourage parents from supporting their …
Abhijit Kunte: A Pillar of Indian Chess
Abhijit Kunte, one of India’s most accomplished chess players, has been a significant figure in the country’s chess history. Born on March 3, 1977, in …
Pravin Thipsay: A Stalwart of Indian Chess
Pravin Thipsay, one of India’s earliest chess Grandmasters, is a name that resonates with dedication, excellence, and resilience in the Indian chess community. Born on …
Dibyendu Barua: A Pioneer in Indian Chess
Dibyendu Barua stands as one of the most influential figures in Indian chess, a player who paved the way for the game’s growth in a …
Top 100 Chess Players In The World January 2025
Sr No Name Federation Ratings 1 Carlsen, Magnus NOR 2831 2 Caruana, Fabiano USA 2803 3 Nakamura, Hikaru USA 2802 4 Erigaisi Arjun IND 2801 …
Indian National sports awards for chess 2024
Chess awareness in India is surging, fueled by global successes of players like D Gukesh, Viswanathan Anand, Arjun Erigaisi, Koneru Humpy and Praggnanandhaa among others. …
The Importance of Gut Feeling in Chess Decision-Making
Chess is often viewed as a game of pure logic and calculation, but the role of intuition—often referred to as “gut feeling”—is undeniable. Many of …
The Key Role of Seconds in World Chess Championships
In the high-stakes world of chess championships, where every move is scrutinized and the margin for error is razor-thin, the role of seconds—trusted aides to …