India to Host FIDE Chess World Cup 2025: A Landmark for Indian Chess
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 |
| Host Country | India |
| Dates | October 31 to November 27, 2025 |
| Format | Knockout tournament with over 200 players |
| Significance | Gateway to the Candidates Tournament (3 qualification spots) |
| Previous Hosting | First major international chess tournament since the 2022 Chennai Olympiad |
| Historical Context | - R. Praggnanandhaa won silver in the 2023 edition |
| - Viswanathan Anand won back-to-back titles in 2000 and 2002 | |
| Recent Developments | - Arjun Erigaisi narrowly missed qualifying for Candidates 2026 |
| FIDE Announcement | Initially listed India as host, later marked "to be announced" |
| Confirmation | All India Chess Federation (AICF) confirmed hosting rights |
| Expected Impact | Promote chess at grassroots level, inspire future generations |