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IM Shashikant Kutwal Dominates Super Heroes Cup 2026

22/03/2026 -

The Super Heroes Cup 2026 will be remembered not only for its inspiring participants but also for the sheer quality of chess produced across all rounds. In a knockout format where every game could end a campaign, IM Shashikant Kutwal delivered a performance of remarkable control, precision, and maturity to lift the title. Unlike many knockout events dominated by chaos, this tournament showcased a fascinating blend of fearless attacking play and classical positional understanding. From tactical fireworks to positional squeezes, the event delivered high-quality chess across all stages. Here is a detailed round-by-round report, featuring key positions and annotated highlights. Photos : Vivek Sohani

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Kiriakov Petr in joint lead at Chess for Everyone Kerela 2026

22/03/2026 -

The Chess for Everyone tournament is currently happening in Kerala and Kiriakov Petr tops the standings with a perfect 4/4, with seven other players also on the same score, including Saptarshi Roy, Kundu Subhayan, Anup Deshmukh, J S Mahadev and S D Janaki. In the fifth round, Kiriakov Petr will face Dissanayake R K T with White pieces. This FIDE-rated classical tournament is organised by Kerala's Premier Chess Academy from 20th March to 23rd March. The time control of the tournament is 90 minutes + 30-second increment from move 1, with a total of 8 rounds. Check out the article for the report. Photos: Ravindra Potawad

How strong is Gukesh at 19?

21/03/2026 -

Gukesh has achieved what many of the greatest players could only dream of at his age: becoming a World Champion! Naturally, this leads to an intriguing question that many chess fans wonder about. How does Gukesh at 19 compare with the legends of the game when they were the same age? In this article, A Ganesan takes a historical journey through the early careers of some iconic champions. By examining their achievements, setbacks and growth at 19, the article places Gukesh’s remarkable rise into a broader historical perspective. Read on to see where the young world champion stands among the giants of chess history. Photo: Abhyudaya Ram

11-year-old Charvi inspires at the MMA Women's Day Programme

20/03/2026 -

At a special International Women’s Day event, 500+ professionals came together to celebrate inspiring journeys. Among the speakers was 11-year-old chess talent Charvi Anilkumar, making it a truly special moment. She is one of India’s brightest young talents who has won multiple world and Asian titles. She became the second youngest girl in the world to cross 2300 Elo mark. She is also a recipient of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar. Her presence at such a platform reflects the growing recognition of Indian chess. Read the article to dive into Charvi’s inspiring interaction.

How 14-year-old WIM Devindya Oshini Gunawardhana changed Sri Lankan chess forever

19/03/2026 -

Devindya Oshini Gunawardhana is currently the world's number one Under-15 girl and the youngest player in the FIDE Women's Top 100. She has put Sri Lanka on the global chess map, broken records, and made her nation proud. She is a World Cadet Champion, a National Champion, and the youngest Woman International Master in Sri Lankan history. She has also represented her country at the Chess Olympiad, delivering a stunning 8.5/9 performance. Yet, despite these achievements, her journey now faces uncertainty due to a lack of financial support. Without sponsorship, continuing at the highest level is becoming increasingly difficult. Read her story and discover why her journey deserves to continue.

How did Sachi Jain turn years of near misses into the WIM title?

18/03/2026 -

Sachi Jain recently achieved the Woman International Master title at the Budapest Spring Festival 2026. She secured her first norm at the 13th GM Mix Tournament in Serbia in January 2026. She then scored 4.5/9 at the 3rd Kumania Round Robin Tournament in Hungary to earn her second norm, and repeated the same score at the Budapest Spring Festival to complete her third and final norm. With this achievement, Sachi became the second Woman International Master from Delhi after a gap of 24 years. For nearly two years, she came painfully close to achieving her norms, missing them by the narrowest of margins. How did she finally break through and achieve the WIM title? Read her inspiring journey to find out. Photo: Payal Bansal Jain

When kids take the lead - Tania Sachdev's memorable morning in Kolkata

18/03/2026 -

International Master Tania Sachdev visited the RP Goenka School in Kolkata for what turned out to be a truly memorable interaction. What stood out wasn’t just the questions - but the confidence, clarity, and leadership shown by children as young as eight. In this heartwarming account, Tania reflects on young minds, the role of sport, and the moments from school that stay with us forever. It's wonderful to see what Tania is doing apart from playing chess and commentating - inspiring the next generation!

What history says about winning the Candidates tournament?

17/03/2026 -

The Candidates Tournament is the ultimate proving ground for chess players. Eight elite players compete over fourteen rounds for the right to challenge the World Champion. Predictions and rating lists often dominate the discussion beforehand. But what do the numbers from past tournaments actually tell us? A look at the statistics from recent editions reveals several clear patterns behind victory. In this article, A. Ganesan explains the trends that have shaped previous Candidates winners.

Aronyak Ghosh crowned as 2026 National Rapid Champion

15/03/2026 -

Aronyak Ghosh of RSPB scored an unbeaten 9.5/11 points to win the National Rapid Chess Championship 2025-26 with a clear half-point lead. Murali Karthikeyan and Hari Madhavan NB of Tamil Nadu scored 9/11 points to finish in second and third place according to tiebreaks. The National Rapid Championship was organised by the All Jharkhand Chess Association at Sarala Birla University, Mahilong, Ranchi. The total prize fund of the Rapid Championship was ₹4,00,000, with the top 3 prizes of ₹75,000, ₹60,000, and ₹50,000. The National Blitz Championship will take place today, on 13th March at 9 am. Photos: Omkar/ Sarala Birla University

Raj Aryan wins 2nd DNC Memorial FIDE Rating Below 1700 Tournament 2026

14/03/2026 -

Raj Aryan of Bihar scored an unbeaten 8/9 points to win the 2nd DNC Memorial FIDE Rating Below 1700 Chess Tournament 2026. Raj Aryan and Raman R of Tamil Nadu both scored 8/9 points, but Raj secured 1st place according to tie-breaks. Seven players scored 7.5/9 points, finishing from 3rd to 9th place, respectively. The total prize fund of the event was ₹5,00,000, with the top 3 prizes being ₹50,000, ₹40,000, and ₹30,000 each. The tournament was organised by Vivekananda Chess Academy at Sri Vijay Vidyalaya College of Pharmacy, Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu, from 20th to 22nd February 2026. Photos: Rishi Raj Bharadwaj

Shahid Ahmed's unforgettable contribution to ChessBase India

14/03/2026 -

For nearly a decade, Shahid Ahmed was an integral part of the backbone of ChessBase India. He wrote thousands of articles, conducted hundreds of interviews, and documented countless milestones in Indian chess. But numbers alone cannot capture the spirit with which he approached his work. 31st January 2026 was his last day with the company. Shahid is someone who genuinely cares about the game and the people who make it special. We wanted to look back at his journey and celebrate the work he has done over the years. A small tribute to someone who spent years documenting the achievements of others!

New: ChessBase Magazine 230

13/03/2026 -

From Tata Steel 2026 to Rustam Kasimdzhanov's opening video on the Two Knights Game and Dorian Rogozenco's "The Fortress" to Karsten Mueller's series "Fundamental Endgame Knowledge". Mihail Marin and Nico Zwirs take two games from the Tata Steel tournament as the starting point for their opening theory analyses. Aravindh-Blübaum featured the Catalan, while Van Foreest-Giri saw the Sicilian Najdorf Variation. And Rustam Kasimdzhanov reports on his experiment with the Two Knights Game against McShane in the German Bundesliga, and much more. Photo: ChessBase

Saravana Krishnan wins Warrior Chess Academy's 2nd FIDE Rated 2026

13/03/2026 -

IM Saravana Krishnan P scored 7.5/9 points to win Warrior Chess Academy - International 2nd FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026. IM Saravana Krishnan, Vijay Shreeram P, IM Ramnathan Balasubramaniam, Sivan S Roshan, Mrityunjay Kumar, and Sidharth Mohan all scored 7.5/9 points and secured 1st to 6th positions, respectively, according to tie-breaks. The tournament was successfully held from 25th February to 1st March 2026 at the Hall of Chess, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, by Warrior Chess Academy, with a total prize money of ₹7,00,000, with top 3 prizes of ₹50,000, ₹40,000 and ₹30,000. Photos: Warrior Chess Academy

An Interview with the Former World Champion Ding Liren: Sports, Engines, Rest

12/03/2026 -

In early March, Jonathan Zhi had the chance to do a written interview with Ding Liren. His answers are translated from Chinese; the original answers are available here. The questions draw heavily from previous interviews, articles, podcasts, and TV shows that Ding has given, particularly Chinese-language ones. Jonathan started following professional chess during college. At some point, Jonathan realised that many interesting players don't get to fully express themselves in the media. He started doing interviews to highlight those players and help them share their thoughts, stories, and personalities. Read this conversation with the former World Champion Ding Liren

India's National School Chess League — Onboarding Now Underway for 2026

12/03/2026 -

The National School Chess League (NSCL) 2026 is now open for schools across India. This is a free program that offers a digital platform for chess learning, practice, and competitions. Participating students will receive interactive lessons, assessments, and leaderboards. They can take part in a national competition at the end of the cycle. Schools can join online without extra costs, and optional advanced training is available for interested institutions. There is also an option for students to participate individually. The program is headed by World Champion Gukesh, structured by Vishnu Prasanna and IM Soumya Swaminathan, and presented by CircleChess. Check out the article to know more. Photos: CircleChess

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