Indian Chess Sensation R Praggnanandhaa Takes on a New Challenge: Cooking Dosa

Indian chess sensation R Praggnanandhaa, known for his strategic moves on the chessboard, recently tried his hand at a different kind of challenge—cooking dosa. In a light-hearted moment captured on social media by his coach, Ramachandran Ramesh, the young grandmaster was seen attempting to make the iconic South Indian dish for the first time.

Ramesh shared the amusing moment on X (formerly Twitter), jokingly mentioning that Praggnanandhaa improved with each dosa attempt. The post quickly gained attention from fans and followers, with many finding the grandmaster’s culinary skills both entertaining and impressive.

Earlier this year, Praggnanandhaa made headlines with his historic victory at the Tata Steel Masters 2025, where he defeated World Champion D Gukesh in a thrilling tiebreak match. His win marked a significant achievement, making him the first Indian since Viswanathan Anand in 2006 to claim the prestigious title.

Praggnanandhaa’s coach, RB Ramesh, a former British and Commonwealth Champion, is renowned for his contributions to Indian chess. Along with his wife, Woman Grandmaster Aarthie Ramaswamy, the couple holds the distinction of being India’s first grandmaster duo.

While Praggnanandhaa continues to impress the world with his chess skills, his recent foray into the kitchen has added a delightful twist to his journey. Fans are eagerly following his culinary adventures, along with his remarkable achievements on the chessboard.