I like when young players play antiquated line: Nigel Short on Praggnanandhaa’s wonder move

Early into his game against Vidit Gujrathi, R Praggnanandhaa moved his pawn to f5 square. The…

Pragg’s opening surprise well-rehearsed: Coach Ramesh

About 45 minutes into Round 4 of the Candidates chess tournament, the commentators in the live…

Gukesh is no ordinary candidate

He doesn’t make headlines for his flamboyant moves. Nor does his game contain any X factor.…

Pragg miracle on day of siblings

Among other things, chess is also about compensating for resources lost. One has to make up…

Seasoned ‘seconds’ make their presence felt at Candidates

To have a strong team, it’s important to have a strong bench. Giving this idea a…

Vidit scripts milestone moment for Indian chess at Candidates

It was 3.45 am IST, Saturday. Not many saw live a massive moment in Indian chess.…

Aggro with black sets apart Pragg & Vidit at Candidates

Indian players made an unspectacular yet steady start at the Candidates chess competition in Toronto. Three…

Share of the pie for Indians on day of draws at Candidates Chess

Seven of the eight games in the first round of the Candidates chess tournament ended in…

FIDE Candidates 2024: Know your Indian players

The FIDE Candidates and Women’s Candidates 2024 are scheduled to unfold in Toronto, Canada, spanning from…

KL Rahul’s return to wicketkeeping puts him back in the India frame

Right through his career, much has been said about KL Rahul being given a long rope.…