Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri shares insights on World Champion D Gukesh's contrasting personalities on and off the board. Read about their potential clash in the Global Chess League starting December 14 in Mumbai.
Defending champions Argentina and European champions Spain get favourable draws for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Donald Trump awarded FIFA peace prize at star-studded ceremony. Full group details inside.
Lionel Messi's Argentina will begin its title defense against Algeria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while the USA faces Paraguay. Get all the group stage details and key fixtures.
President Donald Trump highlighted cooperation with Canada and Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, despite ongoing disputes over trade and immigration policy. Read about the event's highlights and political backdrop.
Follow live updates as the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw unfolds, determining the groups for a record 48 teams, including champions Argentina and finalists France. Discover the path to glory.
Indian football fans can watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw live online. Get details on time, pots, format, and how to stream from India. Don't miss the historic 48-team draw!
The official draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is set for December 5, 2025. Find out the exact time, channels, and streaming details to watch the event live from India.
The Global Chess League's 3rd edition in India introduces live commentary headphones for fans at the venue, aiming to make elite chess more accessible and engaging for new audiences.
Meet Aadya Singh, a 3-year-old nursery student from Noida, who has become the youngest player in chess history to secure an international FIDE rating. Discover her incredible journey and what's next for the prodigy.
Discover the stories of five unique Indian chess enthusiasts - a corporate honcho, a chocolatier, a filmmaker, a content creator, and a superfan - who are redefining fandom and fueling their passions through the game. Read their inspiring journeys.
Anaya Sharma, an 8-year-old from Hyderabad, clinched gold in the U-8 category at the Commonwealth Chess Championship in Kuala Lumpur. Discover her journey and ambition to become a world champion.
Dutch No.1 Anish Giri opens up on his FIDE World Cup experience in Goa, his roadmap for the 2026 Candidates, and the excitement around the Global Chess League. A must-read for chess fans.
Goa CM announces chess expansion to all schools following successful FIDE World Cup 2025. State aims to become India's premier sporting hub with legacy initiatives.
Javokhir Sindarov becomes first Uzbek to qualify for Candidates after dramatic World Cup victory over China's Wei Yi. Read his inspiring journey from GCL disappointment to glory.
The FIDE World Cup final remains undecided after a 1-1 classical score. The champion will be determined Wednesday through rapid and blitz tie-breaks. Don't miss the thrilling conclusion!
Discover how China's unique chess ecosystem with national training camps propelled Wei Yi to FIDE World Cup success. Learn about their systematic approach to talent development.
10-year-old Indian-origin chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan wins women's first prize at UK Open Blitz Championships. Read about her incredible journey and records.
FIDE introduces a strict dress code for the World Rapid & Blitz chess. Fines for wrinkled clothing, unkempt looks & betting logos. Will Carlsen comply?
Danny Rensch's new book 'Dark Squares' chronicles his life from discovering chess in 1995 to the center of chess's biggest cheating scandal. Read the explosive revelations.
Chinese prodigy Wei Yi, youngest to cross 2700 Elo at 15, emerges as dark horse in FIDE World Cup 2025. Discover his remarkable journey and tournament highlights.
Ukrainian delegation formally objects to Russian team competing under FIDE flag at Women's World Team Championship in Spain. Read about the ongoing controversy and legal arguments.
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi played a calm draw with Wei Yi at the FIDE World Cup 2025. A victory on Tuesday would secure his spot in the semifinals. Follow for live updates!
Grandmaster Levon Aronian discusses his emotional return to Goa for FIDE World Cup 2025, recalling his 2002 World Junior Championship victory and career revival. Exclusive insights from TOI Sports.
American GM Hikaru Nakamura incorrectly predicted 6 out of 8 Chess World Cup matches, underlining the tournament's extreme unpredictability in Goa.
Follow live updates as Arjun Erigaisi and Pentala Harikrishna compete in Round 5 Game 2 at FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa. Both Indians drew their opening games and now face crucial matches for quarterfinal qualification.
Veteran P Harikrishna's aggressive run to the Chess World Cup's fifth round, marked by bold queen sacrifices, showcases the formidable depth of Indian chess talent. Discover how he's flying the flag for his generation.
R Praggnanandhaa's shock exit from FIDE World Cup 2025 raises questions about the knockout format. Despite FIDE Circuit lead, trainer says disappointment remains profound.
Eight-year-old Aayaan Gupta from Chandigarh triumphs at National Under-9 Chess Championship in Delhi. The young prodigy scored 8.5 points to claim the prestigious title.
Live updates from the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa. Arjun Erigaisi, R Praggnanandhaa, and Pentala Harikrishna compete in Round 4 tiebreaks for a spot in the next round. Follow the action!
Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa narrowly escapes defeat against Ukrainian GM Vasyl Malyuk in FIDE World Cup 2025 opening match. Read his dramatic comeback story.