News for 'Gukesh'

GCL: Vishy Anand rolls back years in win over Gukesh

GCL: Vishy Anand rolls back years in win over Gukesh

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Fyers American Gambits survived some anxious moments before a last-gasp win on the 'Prodigy' board helped them overturn a deficit to seal a dramatic 10-8 victory against reigning champions Triveni Continental Kings on day three of the Global Chess League in Mumbai on Tuesday.

Gukesh, Erigaisi lead FIDE World Cup seeds

Gukesh, Erigaisi lead FIDE World Cup seeds

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

FIDE World Cup: Gukesh seeded top, Erigaisi, Praggnanandhaa second and third

World Rapid chess: Erigaisi, Gukesh in lead with Carlsen

World Rapid chess: Erigaisi, Gukesh in lead with Carlsen

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Reigning classical World champion D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi and world No.1 Magnus Carlsen were among the leaders after the first five rounds on the opening day of the FIDE World Rapid Championships in Doha on Thursday.

Praggnanandhaa Faces Firouzja In Super Chess Classic Opener

Praggnanandhaa Faces Firouzja In Super Chess Classic Opener

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa is set to compete against Alireza Firouzja of France in the opening round of the Super Chess Classic in Bucharest, marking his first classical event of the year as part of the Grand Chess Tour.

Sinquefield Cup: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa aim for podium

Sinquefield Cup: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa aim for podium

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Without Carlsen, the GCT was announced and this is the culmination point wherein the players would qualify for the grand finale slated later this year.

Sinquefield Cup: Praggnanandhaa outwits Gukesh, goes third

Sinquefield Cup: Praggnanandhaa outwits Gukesh, goes third

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'Last year, I messed up some good positions against him, I think I did not beat him (in classical) for almost two years now, so finally it's good to get a win.'

Gukesh eyes glory as World Cup returns to India after 23 years

Gukesh eyes glory as World Cup returns to India after 23 years

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

The FIDE World Cup will be held at a resort in North Goa from October 31 to November 27, 2025, offering a total prize fund of US$2 million.

Praggnanandhaa in joint lead after win; Gukesh loses

Praggnanandhaa in joint lead after win; Gukesh loses

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

R Praggnanandhaa scored a fluent victory over Frenchman Alireza Firouzja to claim the joint lead after the seventh round of the Sinquefield Cup.

'Host Vaishali-Ju World Title Match In India'

'Host Vaishali-Ju World Title Match In India'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

With D Gukesh and R Vaishali set to play world title matches, experts urge India to bid for hosting rights, calling it a major boost for the sport.

Gukesh eyes Sinquefield Cup after sixth in St Louis

Gukesh eyes Sinquefield Cup after sixth in St Louis

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

World champion GM D Gukesh finished tied sixth as Levon Aronian of USA convincingly won the St. Louis Rapid and Blitz that concluded in St Louis.

Sinquefield Cup: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa held to draws

Sinquefield Cup: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa held to draws

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

World champion D Gukesh was held to a draw by the lone wild card Samuel Sevian, while fellow Indian R Praggnanandhaa also split the point with Nodirbek Abdusattorov.

WC: Erigaisi logs third straight win; Gukesh held

WC: Erigaisi logs third straight win; Gukesh held

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Harikrishna continued his success story with the seasoned Grandmaster, who famously assisted Gukesh in the World Championship title match, showcasing his skills as a brilliant attacker.

Sinquefield Cup: Praggnanandhaa draws; Gukesh survives Duda

Sinquefield Cup: Praggnanandhaa draws; Gukesh survives Duda

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Gukesh had another eventful game in a Queen pawn opening with black pieces.

Sinquefield Cup: Tough outing for Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh

Sinquefield Cup: Tough outing for Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Praggnanandhaa held by Sevian; Gukesh draws with Vachier-Lagrave.

Sinquefield Cup: Praggnanandhaa in contention; Gukesh out

Sinquefield Cup: Praggnanandhaa in contention; Gukesh out

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa kept himself in hunt for an overall top four finish in the Grand Chess Tour after a draw with Wesley So of the United States in the eighth and penultimate round of the Sinquefield Cup in St Louis (USA).

Gukesh tied sixth at St. Louis Rapid and Blitz chess

Gukesh tied sixth at St. Louis Rapid and Blitz chess

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

World champion Dommaraju Gukesh scored one win and four draws on the opening day to slip to joint-sixth in the St. Louis Rapid and Blitz chess tournament, a part of the Grand chess tour, in St. Louis (USA), on Friday.

Sinquefield Cup Chess: Gukesh back with a bang!

Sinquefield Cup Chess: Gukesh back with a bang!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

D Gukesh put his opening-round blues behind him and scored an excellent victory over former world rapid champion Nodirbek Abdusattorov of Uzbekistan in the second round of the Sinquefield Cup.

Gukesh stunned as 14-year-old forces dramatic draw

Gukesh stunned as 14-year-old forces dramatic draw

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

In the open section, Gukesh squandered a winning position against Erdogmus and eventually had to settle for a draw in a dramatic, time-troubled encounter.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Gukesh crushes Bacrot; Pragg held

FIDE Grand Swiss: Gukesh crushes Bacrot; Pragg held

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Looking to assert his supremacy across formats, reigning world champion D Gukesh of India began his campaign in the FIDE Grand Swiss in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, with a crushing victory over France's Etienne Bacrot in the first round.

Gukesh suffers shock defeat, drops in standings in St. Louis

Gukesh suffers shock defeat, drops in standings in St. Louis

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Like Gukesh, Aronian was just able to draw two games and lost one.

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh Claims Rapid Honours

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh Claims Rapid Honours

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Grand Chess tour: Gukesh takes big 3-point lead in Rapid section of Super United

St. Louis Chess: Gukesh bounces back to beat So and Caruana!

St. Louis Chess: Gukesh bounces back to beat So and Caruana!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

World champion D Gukesh overcame a loss against Leinier Dominguez Perez to beat the American duo of Wesley So and Fabiano Caruana to stand at fourth spot.

Norway Chess: Gukesh slumps to second defeat

Norway Chess: Gukesh slumps to second defeat

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Arjun defeats Gukesh as world champion suffers second successive loss in Norway Chess

'Weak Player' Gukesh Stuns Carlsen; Takes Sole Lead

'Weak Player' Gukesh Stuns Carlsen; Takes Sole Lead

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

World champion India's D. Gukesh stunned World No. 1 Norway's Magnus Carlsen in the sixth round of the Grand Chess Tour in Zagreb, Croatia, on Thursday.

Grand Swiss Chess: Gukesh stunned again, Vaishali on top

Grand Swiss Chess: Gukesh stunned again, Vaishali on top

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

World Champion D Gukesh suffered his second straight defeat at the FIDE Grand Swiss, losing to Greece's Nikolas Theodorou in the sixth round in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on Tuesday.

Anna Muzychuk On Key Factors In World Chess Championships

Anna Muzychuk On Key Factors In World Chess Championships

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Former world blitz and rapid champion Anna Muzychuk discusses the upcoming World Chess Championships, highlighting the importance of psychological momentum and pressure handling for Indian players D Gukesh and R Vaishali.

Gukesh recovers to go third on Day 1 at St. Louis

Gukesh recovers to go third on Day 1 at St. Louis

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Aronian sits on six points, followed closely by compatriot Fabiano Caruana on five after two wins and a draw. Gukesh shares the third place with another American, Wesley So, while Vachier-Lagrave and Leinier Dominguez Perez are tied for fifth with three points each.

Carlsen bangs table after losing to Gukesh

Carlsen bangs table after losing to Gukesh

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

A seething Magnus Carlsen slammed his fist into a table after suffering his first defeat to World champion Gukesh Dommaraju in a classical game.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Gukesh, Divya battle to epic 103-move draw!

FIDE Grand Swiss: Gukesh, Divya battle to epic 103-move draw!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

World champion D Gukesh and Women's World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh played out an intense 103-move draw after a gruelling six-hour battle, in the eighth round of the FIDE Grand Swiss.

American Mishra, 16, stuns Gukesh at FIDE Grand Swiss

American Mishra, 16, stuns Gukesh at FIDE Grand Swiss

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

World Champion D Gukesh went down to world's youngest-ever Grandmaster Abhimanyu Mishra of the US in the fifth round of the FIDE Grand Swiss.

Gukesh Meets Rajinikanth

Gukesh Meets Rajinikanth

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'Thanks Superstar @rajinikanth sir for your warm wishes and inviting, spending time and sharing your wisdom with us.'

Hard Work And Resilience Are Keys To Success: Praggnanandhaa's Mother

Hard Work And Resilience Are Keys To Success: Praggnanandhaa's Mother

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Nagalakshmi, mother of Indian Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, shares insights into her son's success following his Norway Chess 2026 triumph, emphasising hard work and enjoying the process. She also discusses the siblings' journey into chess, their mutual support, and the significant influence of Viswanathan Anand.

Norway Chess: Gukesh beats Erigaisi, overtakes Carlsen

Norway Chess: Gukesh beats Erigaisi, overtakes Carlsen

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Reigning world champion D Gukesh continued to turn adversity into opportunity as he wriggled out of a virtually intractable position to beat compatriot Arjun Erigaisi for the first time ever in a classical game and jump to sole second position after round 7 of the Norway Chess.

Abhimanyu Mishra, The Teen Who Shocked World Champ Gukesh

Abhimanyu Mishra, The Teen Who Shocked World Champ Gukesh

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

American Abhimanyu Mishra, 16, became the youngest-ever player in the history of chess to beat a reigning World Champion in the classical format.

Gukesh loses to Praggnanandhaa, trails Carlsen by 2 points

Gukesh loses to Praggnanandhaa, trails Carlsen by 2 points

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

World champion Dommaraju Gukesh was beaten by compatriot Ramesh Praggnanandhaa and ended up two points behind Magnus Carlsen, with 15.5, in the Super United Rapid and Blitz Chess Tournament in Zagreb, Croatia, on Saturday.

Grand Chess Tour 2025: Gukesh in four-way lead

Grand Chess Tour 2025: Gukesh in four-way lead

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh in joint lead with Carlsen and Wesley So after day one

FIDE Suspends Russia's Membership For Ukraine Violations

FIDE Suspends Russia's Membership For Ukraine Violations

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended Russia's membership for up to three years due to its failure to comply with a ruling to stop holding events in Russian-controlled Ukrainian territories. This decision follows Russia's continued organisation of chess events in annexed regions, violating a Court of Arbitration for Sport order.

Meet Gukesh's Soulmate

Meet Gukesh's Soulmate

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

'I know I'm pretty, but please do not touch me' in a reference to his growing fanbase, especially young lady admirers.'

Norway Chess: Birthday boy Gukesh outsmarts Nakamura

Norway Chess: Birthday boy Gukesh outsmarts Nakamura

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Arjun Erigaisi loses

Anand vs Kasparov; Gukesh faces Carlsen: Legendary chess rivals to clash

Anand vs Kasparov; Gukesh faces Carlsen: Legendary chess rivals to clash

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Indian great Viswanathan Anand will revive his iconic rivalry with Russian stalwart Garry Kasparov, while world champion D Gukesh will go up against familiar foe Magnus Carlsen in Clutch Chess exhibition matches come October in St Louis, USA.