Indian Chess Prodigy Arjun Erigaisi Embraces Global Chess League

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi believes the Global Chess League will revolutionize chess, akin to the IPL's impact on cricket. The GCL is the first official franchise league in chess, drawing players worldwide into a novel team format. Erigaisi, currently World No.4, views this as a landmark development in his career.

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi believes the Global Chess League will revolutionize the sport, similar to the IPL's transformative impact on cricket.

As the world's first official franchise chess league, the GCL features players from around the globe competing in a unique team format. Erigaisi, a rising star who climbed to World No.4 after a stunning performance in the French Team Chess Championship, supports the league's potential to elevate chess.

Having previously teamed up with legends like Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand, Erigaisi sees the GCL as a unique chance to collaborate with new talent. The league's second season kicks off in London on October 3, promising a fresh platform for international chess players.

(With inputs from agencies.)