MUMBAI : Chess fans and enthusiasts gathered at the Chess.com, ChessBase India, Nodwin Gaming and Samay Raina hosted Live broadcast of the world chess championship match between reigning champion Ding Liren of China and India’s 18-year-old challenger Gukesh Domaraju, remained upbeat even as the first game on Monday did not go as per the Indian’s expectations. Liren pulled-off a counter-attacking win with black pieces employing the French defense.
A star commentary team comprising International Masters Tania Sachdev and Sagar Shah as well as the popular stand-up comedian Samay, kept the live audience engrossed and entertained with critical analysis of each move of game one.
The ticketed event at the venue Habitat in the city, is the only one of its kind in the country combining the live FIDE broadcast of each game with a live audience, commentary, chess games, analysis and special guest appearances.
Event Details:
- Dates: November 25 to December 13, 2024
- Times: Broadcast to start at 2:30pm IST
- Venue: Habitat
- Commentators: Samay Raina, Sagar Shah, Tania Sachdev
- Live Streaming: Chess24 India YouTube ChessBase India Youtube channels
“It’s a huge moment for India. Will Gukesh, at 18, become the youngest-ever World Champion? Will he be the one to take forward Vishy Anand’s legacy by once again bringing the title back to India, or will Ding, the reigning World Champion, prevail?” said International Master and Chess.com Commentator Tania Sachdev. “As a player, a commentator, and foremost a fan of the game, I am thrilled to be a part of this very special broadcast team. We hope to bring everyone as close as possible to the minds and emotions of two brilliant players playing for ultimate glory.”
“Gukesh has achieved something that is unprecedented. The fight for the World Championship title at the age of 18 is nothing short of a celebration! A huge moment for Indian chess,” said Sagar Shah, founder of ChessBase India. “Through these 14 days, we are going to follow each and every moment of action closely and enjoy this amazing event.”
“Bohot Maza aayega bhai!” said Samay Raina, popular comedian and chess influencer.
With India on the cusp of its biggest chess moment in a generation, this broadcast will cover the passion and energy surrounding Gukesh’s historic journey. Fans are invited to join live in Mumbai or tune in online to witness every move, every moment, and every memory.
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