Check De India Advances to Semifinals in 2024 Team Chess Battle 2, Faces Oh Yes My Queen Next

Check De India, consisting of IM Sagar Shah and IM Tania Sachdev, emerged victorious in a thrilling quarterfinal match against Team Swole in the 2024 Team Chess Battle 2. After a dominant performance in the first game, Check De India found themselves in a precarious position in the second game, leading to an armageddon tiebreak. However, they managed to secure the win and advance to the Semifinals.

Their next challenge awaits them in the form of Oh Yes My Queen, represented by IM Eric Rosen and WGM Nemo Zhou. The Semifinal match is scheduled for Thursday, October 7, at 12:30 p.m. ET / 18:30 CEST / 10:00 p.m. IST.

The clash between Check De India and Team Swole was not just about chess but also about the banter and camaraderie between the players. Both teams displayed mutual respect while also engaging in some friendly trash-talk before the match.

Despite facing some tense moments, Check De India managed to maintain their composure and strategic gameplay throughout the match. Tania Sachdev’s aggressive moves were complemented by Sagar Shah’s calculated approach, leading to a well-deserved victory.

With their sights set on the ultimate prize, Check De India is gearing up for their next challenge and is determined to go all the way in the Team Chess Battle 2. Stay tuned for more exciting chess action as the tournament unfolds.