Indian Chess Stars Shine in FIDE World Cup 2025 Round 2

Exciting Matches in Round 2

In the FIDE World Cup 2025, World Junior Champion V Pranav and India's top-rated Grandmaster Arjun Erigasi capitalized on their opponents' mistakes to secure victories with black pieces. Vidit Gujrathi faced a challenging match against the tournament's youngest competitor during the initial game of Round 2 on Tuesday, according to a statement from FIDE. Pranav triumphed over Norway's GM Aryan Tari in 41 moves, while Arjun defeated Bulgaria's Martin Petrov in 37 moves, positioning them as favorites for the next game where they will play with white pieces.

Tournament Overview

The FIDE World Cup 2025 features a single-elimination format, with 206 players from 82 nations competing for the prestigious Viswanathan Anand Cup, named after the legendary Indian chess player. In Round 2, 17 Indian players are participating, with eight of them ranked in the top 50, beginning their journey after receiving a bye in the first round.

Highlights of Indian Grandmasters

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