Tech Mahindra Global Chess League: Day of Upsets as PBG Alaskan Knights Dominate

The Tech Mahindra Global Chess League witnessed a day of shocking upsets as the favourites stumbled in two matches, with Magnus Carlsen and Alireza Firouzja suffering unexpected defeats. The PBG Alaskan Knights continued their dominant run with a commanding victory over the Ganges Grandmasters, solidifying their position at the top of the standings.

With six victories in seven matches, PBG Alaskan Knights are comfortably leading the league with 18 match points – six more than their closest competitors, Triveni and Alpine Sg Pipers. With just three matches left before the knockout stage, PBG only need one more victory to secure a spot in the finals.

Despite their strong position, PBG’s top board Anish Giri remains cautious, emphasizing the need to stay focused and continue performing well. In a stunning upset, the upGrad Mumba Masters defeated the favoured Alpine Sg Pipers, with Magnus Carlsen suffering a critical blunder that led to his defeat.

In another surprising turn of events, the winners of season one, Triveni Continental Kings, were defeated by the American Gambits, with Alireza Firouzja losing his first game in the tournament to Hikaru Nakamura. The day concluded with PBG Alaskan Knights confidently defeating Ganges Grandmasters, further solidifying their position at the top of the leaderboard.

With the league standings constantly shifting, the competition remains intense as teams battle for a spot in the finals. The Tech Mahindra Global Chess League continues to deliver thrilling matches and unexpected outcomes, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.