At 19, Pragg is India’s top-rated player with 2779. Confident, calm, and fearless, he’s already battling legends like Carlsen.
R. Praggnanandhaa (World Rank 4)
Arjun plays clean, strategic chess. His style is silent and strong. He doesn’t bluff. He just outthinks you, one calm move at a time.
Arjun Erigaisi (World Rank 5)
Only 19 and already rewriting records. He passed Anand in 2023 and made it to the 2024 Candidates. Attack-heavy and fearless.
Gukesh D (World Rank 6)
At 55, Anand is still in India’s top 5. The first Indian World Champion is still mentoring today’s stars. A true legend.
Viswanathan Anand (World Rank 13)
Quiet but powerful. With a 2724 rating, Aravindh keeps climbing. Not one for hype, his skills do all the talking.
Aravindh Chithambaram (Rank 24)
FIDE scores tell you how good a player really is. - 1000–1600: Casual - 2000–2500: Masters - 2500+: Grandmasters - 2700+: Super GMs
Why FIDE Rating Matters?
Why FIDE Rating Matters?
4 of India’s top 5 are under 25. This isn’t a golden era coming soon; it’s already happening now.
Why FIDE Rating Matters?
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