Monday, May 04
Elite chess is experiencing a surge of "World Championships" with two major announcements: the Total Chess World Championship Tour and the FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship. Both promise global reach and significant prize money, leading to comparisons and player confusion. The execution of these ambitious tours will determine their success and impact on the chess landscape.
Elite chess is experiencing a surge of "World Championships" with two major announcements: the Total Chess World Championship Tour and the FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship. Both promise global reach and significant prize money, leading to comparisons and player confusion. The execution of these ambitious tours will determine their success and impact on the chess landscape.
Virat Kohli's masterful 93 guided India to a four-wicket victory in the first ODI against New Zealand, marking his 28,000th international run and surpassing Kumar Sangakkara in the record books. Shreyas Iyer, returning from injury, praised Kohli's consistent brilliance and steadying presence, while even rival Kyle Jamieson acknowledged Kohli's unparalleled influence on the game.
Nandini Sharma’s maiden hat-trick went in vain as Sophie Devine starred with a breathtaking 95 and a superb final over under pressure to steer Gujarat Giants to a thrilling four-run win off the last ball over Delhi Capitals in a Women’s Premier League match on Sunday.
India were well placed for most of the chase and appeared in control until Kohli’s dismissal in the 40th over. At that stage, India needed 67 runs from 66 balls with seven wickets in hand. However, New Zealand struck back quickly, picking up wickets to put pressure on the hosts.
