The Global Chess League’s third season is gearing up to be a thrilling affair, with the SG Pipers ready to compete with a highly competitive squad. This season will mark a significant milestone, as the league makes its debut in India, from December 13 to 24. Leading the charge for the Pipers are R Praggnanandhaa, last season’s Player of the Season, and Hou Yifan, the reigning world no. 1 female player. Both were retained by the team after their outstanding performances in the previous season.&nbsp;Additionally, the SG Pipers have bolstered their lineup with four powerful new signings. Fabiano Caruana, the renowned American Grandmaster and former World Championship contender, joins the team as the Icon Player. Anish Giri, widely regarded as one of the most consistent super-GMs, will join as a Superstar Men. Nino Batsiashvili, a top Georgian talent with an Olympic gold medal to her name, will add strength as a Superstar Women. The team also welcomes India’s rising chess star, Leon Luke Mendonca, known for his bold and tactical gameplay, who will join as a Prodigy.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ex-delhi-cricketer-mithun-manhas-succeeds-roger-binny-as-new-bcci-president-rajiv-shukla-retains-vp-post-1759049235834">Ex-Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas succeeds Roger Binny as new BCCI President; Rajiv Shukla retains VP post</a>&nbsp;Grandmaster Pravin Thipsay, the team’s Coach, expressed his excitement about the lineup. He said, “We are thrilled with the team we have put together for the season. Caruana’s depth and expertise, combined with Praggnanandhaa’s rising talent, Anish Giri’s consistency, and Hou Yifan’s unparalleled leadership in women’s chess, create a well-rounded team. Nino’s Olympiad success and Leon’s promise bring further value, ensuring we’re primed for a great season.”&nbsp;SquadFabiano Caruana - Icon PlayerR Praggnanandhaa - Superstar Men (Retained)Anish Giri - Superstar MenHou Yifan - Superstar Women (Retained)Nino Batsiashvili - Superstar WomenLeon Luke Mendonca - Prodigy

SG Pipers unveil star-studded roster for Global Chess League Season 3

The Global Chess League’s third season is gearing up to be a thrilling affair, with the SG Pipers ready to compete with a highly competitive squad. This season will mark a significant milestone, as the league makes its debut in India, from December 13 to 24. Leading the charge for the Pipers are R Praggnanandhaa, last season’s Player of the Season, and Hou Yifan, the reigning world no. 1 female player. Both were retained by the team after their outstanding performances in the previous season. Additionally, the SG Pipers have bolstered their lineup with four powerful new signings. Fabiano Caruana, the renowned American Grandmaster and former World Championship contender, joins the team as the Icon Player. Anish Giri, widely regarded as one of the most consistent super-GMs, will join as a Superstar Men. Nino Batsiashvili, a top Georgian talent with an Olympic gold medal to her name, will add strength as a Superstar Women. The team also welcomes India’s rising chess star, Leon Luke Mendonca, known for his bold and tactical gameplay, who will join as a Prodigy. Also Read: Ex-Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas succeeds Roger Binny as new BCCI President; Rajiv Shukla retains VP post Grandmaster Pravin Thipsay, the team’s Coach, expressed his excitement about the lineup. He said, “We are thrilled with the team we have put together for the season. Caruana’s depth and expertise, combined with Praggnanandhaa’s rising talent, Anish Giri’s consistency, and Hou Yifan’s unparalleled leadership in women’s chess, create a well-rounded team. Nino’s Olympiad success and Leon’s promise bring further value, ensuring we’re primed for a great season.” Squad Fabiano Caruana - Icon Player R Praggnanandhaa - Superstar Men (Retained) Anish Giri - Superstar Men Hou Yifan - Superstar Women (Retained) Nino Batsiashvili - Superstar Women Leon Luke Mendonca - Prodigy

SG Pipers unveil a strong team for Season 3 of the Global Chess League, featuring top talents like Caruana, Hou Yifan, and Praggnanandhaa in India's debut edition

Global Chess League: Praggnanandhaa, Nino, Fabiano and Hou to feature for SG Pipers

Divya Deshmukh, who is ranked No. 1 in the world among juniors, made headlines by defeating the world’s top woman player, Hou Yifan of China. The win came during the World Team Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships, where Divya finished with an impressive three medals. The event took place in London.&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister congratulated her for her historic victory over World No.1 Hou Yifan in the second leg of the Blitz semifinal at the World Team Blitz Championships in London.&nbsp;In a ‘X’ post, PM Modi wrote- ‘Congratulations to Divya Deshmukh on defeating the World No. 1, Hou Yifan in the 2nd leg of Blitz semifinal at the World Team Blitz Championships, London. Her success highlights her grit and determination. It also inspires many upcoming chess players. Best wishes for her future endeavors.’&nbsp;Also Read - IND vs ENG 2025, 1st Test: When and where to watch Team India's series opener at Headingley in Leeds&nbsp;Divya and Hou Yifan were in the second leg of the semifinal at the World Blitz Team Chess Championship. Hou Yifan was playing for the WR Chess Team, whereas Divya was part of Hexamind Chess Club. Their fast-paced game reminded many chess fans of the recent match between Magnus Carlsen and world champion D Gukesh in classical chess.&nbsp;Who is Divya Deshmukh?&nbsp;Divya Deshmukh, born on December 9, 2005, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, is a young and talented chess player from India. She comes from a family of doctors.&nbsp;Divya’s journey in chess has been remarkable, she won her first national prize at the age of just seven. She also won gold medals at the Asian School Chess Championship.&nbsp;&nbsp;On the international stage, Divya has made India proud by winning the FIDE Online Chess Olympiad in 2020, a historic moment for the country. In 2021, she earned the title of India’s 21st Woman Grandmaster, as reported by Zee News.

Indian Prime Minister congratulates star Indian chess player Divya Deshmukh for her historic victory over World No.1 Hou Yifan in the second leg of the Blitz semifinal at the World Team Blitz Championships in London.

Divya Deshmukh, who is ranked No. 1 in the world among juniors, made headlines by defeating the world’s top woman player, Hou Yifan of China. The win came during the World Team Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships, where Divya finished with an impressive three medals. The event took place in London. Indian Prime Minister congratulated her for her historic victory over World No.1 Hou Yifan in the second leg of the Blitz semifinal at the World Team Blitz Championships in London. In a ‘X’ post, PM Modi wrote- ‘Congratulations to Divya Deshmukh on defeating the World No. 1, Hou Yifan in the 2nd leg of Blitz semifinal at the World Team Blitz Championships, London. Her success highlights her grit and determination. It also inspires many upcoming chess players. Best wishes for her future endeavors.’ Also Read - IND vs ENG 2025, 1st Test: When and where to watch Team India's series opener at Headingley in Leeds Divya and Hou Yifan were in the second leg of the semifinal at the World Blitz Team Chess Championship. Hou Yifan was playing for the WR Chess Team, whereas Divya was part of Hexamind Chess Club. Their fast-paced game reminded many chess fans of the recent match between Magnus Carlsen and world champion D Gukesh in classical chess. Who is Divya Deshmukh? Divya Deshmukh, born on December 9, 2005, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, is a young and talented chess player from India. She comes from a family of doctors. Divya’s journey in chess has been remarkable, she won her first national prize at the age of just seven. She also won gold medals at the Asian School Chess Championship. On the international stage, Divya has made India proud by winning the FIDE Online Chess Olympiad in 2020, a historic moment for the country. In 2021, she earned the title of India’s 21st Woman Grandmaster, as reported by Zee News.

Indian Prime Minister congratulates star Indian chess player Divya Deshmukh for her historic victory over World No.1 Hou Yifan in the second leg of the Blitz semifinal at the World Team Blitz Championships in London.

Who is Divya Deshmukh? PM Modi congratulates chess player after her win over world no. 1

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Global Chess League: Praggnanandhaa, Nino, Fabiano and Hou to feature for SG Pipers

Who is Divya Deshmukh? PM Modi congratulates her after win over world no. 1