This encounter between Ashwin and Anand is particularly significant given Ashwin’s recent foray into the world of chess ...

In July, Ashwin had stepped into the world of chess, becoming the co-owner of the franchise American Gambits in the Global Chess League 2024. "A fanboy moment and a flight journey to savour forever ...

Ashwin, who co-owns the American Gambits chess team, described the experience as a "fan boy moment." Anand had previously welcomed Ashwin to the chess community, praising his competitive spirit.

He co-owns the team American Gambits, which was led by world number two Grand Master Hikaru Nakamura. Anand, who became India's first-ever grandmaster in 1988 and went on to win five World ...

It was a meeting of epic proportions when Ravichandran Ashwin bumped into Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand on Sunday.