FIDE Rankings June 2025: Arjun Erigaisi Surpasses D Gukesh to Claim India's Top Spot

Overview of Norway Chess 2025

The FIDE Rankings for June 2025 have introduced significant shifts in the chess world, particularly highlighting the achievements of Indian players who are making their mark globally. The recently concluded Norway Chess 2025 tournament saw two Indian competitors rise to prominence.

Indian Players Shine at Norway Chess 2025

Magnus Carlsen, the reigning World Champion, showcased his prowess by winning the Norway Chess tournament for an impressive seventh time, accumulating a total of 16 points. Following him was American Grandmaster Fabiano Caruana, who finished second with 15.5 points. Indian player D Gukesh claimed third place with 14.5 points, while Hikaru Nakamura and Arjun Erigaisi secured the fourth and fifth positions with 14 and 13 points, respectively.

Arjun Erigaisi Takes the Lead

Despite the tournament's outcomes, a notable shift occurred in the FIDE Rankings. Arjun Erigaisi has now surpassed D Gukesh, positioning himself as the third-ranked player globally with an Elo rating of 2782. Meanwhile, Gukesh is in fifth place with a rating of 2776. Although Erigaisi's live rating slightly decreased to 2778.6 after the tournament, it remains sufficient to keep him ahead of Gukesh, whose live rating stands at 2776.6.

Significance of the Rankings

This update in rankings marks a significant milestone for Erigaisi, reflecting his consistent performance and growth on the international chess stage.