India to Host FIDE Chess World Cup 2025: Qualifying Event for FIDE Candidates 2026

India is set to host the prestigious FIDE Chess World Cup 2025, scheduled to take place in October-November, according to reports from chess.com. This exciting news comes after India successfully hosted the 2022 Chess Olympiad in Chennai. The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 will not only showcase top chess talent from around the world but will also offer qualifying spots for the highly anticipated FIDE Candidates 2026.

The announcement of India hosting the FIDE Chess World Cup in 2025 quickly went viral, with chess enthusiasts and players eagerly anticipating the event. Rakesh Kulkarni, director of chess.com India, shared the news on social media, confirming the dates of the tournament from October 31 to November 27.

While the information was briefly retracted from the FIDE website, an official from the All India Chess Federation (AICF) has assured that the confirmation of India hosting the tournament is imminent. The last time India hosted a Chess World Cup was in 2002, with Viswanathan Anand emerging as the winner.

With the top three players from the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 set to qualify for the 2026 FIDE Candidates, the stakes are high for players looking to make their mark in the world of chess. The tournament promises to be a thrilling event for both Indian fans and players alike, as they eagerly await the official announcement of India hosting the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025.