India’s chess prodigies, Nihal Sarin and Arjun Erigaisi, have officially clinched spots in the Esports World Cup 2026 quarterfinals. Surviving grueling lower-bracket battles, both GMs are now hunting the massive $1.5 million prize pool.

They face a legendary gauntlet, including Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura. With the playoffs shifting to high-stakes elimination rounds, these Indian masters are ready for total tactical dominance.

They face a legendary gauntlet, including Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura. With the playoffs shifting to high-stakes elimination rounds, these Indian masters are ready for total tactical dominance.