# India’s Chess Titans Invade Paris EWC

URL: https://technosports.co.in/indias-chess-titans-invade-paris-ewc/  
Published: 2026-08-07  
Updated: 2026-08-07  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

India’s chess revolution hits the Esports World Cup stage! Four elite Grandmasters—Nihal Sarin, Aravindh Chithambaram, Pranesh M, and Arjun Erigaisi—are storming Paris this August.

Chasing a massive 14.2 crore prize pool, this squad is doubling down on national pride. Facing legends like Magnus Carlsen, India’s deepest lineup ever aims to shatter records and claim their first-ever global EWC crown. Game on!