Highlights

  • Praggnanandhaa finished runner-up in the recent Chess World Cup
  • Praggnanandhaa will be taking part in the Team event at the Asian Games 2023

Latest news

 Telangana Election 2023: will Congress and BJP spoil KCR's attempt at returning for third time

Telangana Election 2023: will Congress and BJP spoil KCR's attempt at returning for third time

Chhattisgarh election 2023: Bhupesh Baghel's good governance test, will he pass or fail? 

Chhattisgarh election 2023: Bhupesh Baghel's good governance test, will he pass or fail? 

Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli kept aside, former Pak cricketer deems this player as India's greatest

Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli kept aside, former Pak cricketer deems this player as India's greatest

BJP Vs Congress: will Ashok Gehlot turn tide or Rajasthan remain a swinging state?

BJP Vs Congress: will Ashok Gehlot turn tide or Rajasthan remain a swinging state?

BJP Vs Congress: Will Kamal Nath crush dominant 'Kamal' factor successfully or Shivraj return again?

BJP Vs Congress: Will Kamal Nath crush dominant 'Kamal' factor successfully or Shivraj return again?

WATCH: R Praggnanandhaa EXCLUSIVE - India's Grandmaster sheds light on Viswanathan Anand's influence

In a conversation with Vikram Chandra for the India Story, Pragg spoke about how he has learned a lot just from watching some of Viswanathan Anand's games as well.

WATCH: R Praggnanandhaa EXCLUSIVE - India's Grandmaster sheds light on Viswanathan Anand's influence

Chess World Cup runner-up Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa spoke about how India's legendary chess player Viswanathan Anand had a big influence on his playing career.

In a conversation with Vikram Chandra for the India Story, Pragg spoke about how he has learned a lot just from watching some of Viswanathan's games.

Speaking about the legend, Pragg said, "Yeah, I mean, I've been working with him through Westbridge Anand Chess Academy and remained in constant touch and discussed a lot with him, I've learned a lot and not only from him but other coaches from Westbridge Anand Chess Academy and yeah, yeah, I've learned a lot from his games as well. So I mean, it's always an inspiration for me".

Also Read: WATCH: R Praggnanandhaa EXCLUSIVE - India's Grandmaster talks about support from school and family

Up Next

WATCH: R Praggnanandhaa EXCLUSIVE - India's Grandmaster sheds light on Viswanathan Anand's influence

WATCH: R Praggnanandhaa EXCLUSIVE - India's Grandmaster sheds light on Viswanathan Anand's influence

Team India head coach Rahul Dravid gives this reason for World Cup final debacle

Team India head coach Rahul Dravid gives this reason for World Cup final debacle

Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli kept aside, former Pak cricketer deems this player as India's greatest

Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli kept aside, former Pak cricketer deems this player as India's greatest

'You won't be spared today,' Former Pakistan cricketer Junaid Khan recalls altercation with Virat Kohli

'You won't be spared today,' Former Pakistan cricketer Junaid Khan recalls altercation with Virat Kohli

Watch: young atheletes excited after meeting Brazilian volleyballer Giba

Watch: young atheletes excited after meeting Brazilian volleyballer Giba

Watch! Rafael Nadal confirms his on-court return in Brisbane

Watch! Rafael Nadal confirms his on-court return in Brisbane

More videos

In a historic first, Vaishali, Praggnanandhaa become only sibling duo to be Grandmasters simultaneously

In a historic first, Vaishali, Praggnanandhaa become only sibling duo to be Grandmasters simultaneously

Rinku Singh credits IPL for giving him confidence to play under pressure | India vs Australia

Rinku Singh credits IPL for giving him confidence to play under pressure | India vs Australia

Bangladesh register first Test win over New Zealand at home | BAN vs NZ 1st Test

Bangladesh register first Test win over New Zealand at home | BAN vs NZ 1st Test

Desire to play 2026 World Cup, but Copa America is priority: Lionel Messi

Desire to play 2026 World Cup, but Copa America is priority: Lionel Messi

Saika Ishaque, Shreyanka Patil to debut for India in T20Is vs ENG; Shubha Satheesh's maiden Test call-up

Saika Ishaque, Shreyanka Patil to debut for India in T20Is vs ENG; Shubha Satheesh's maiden Test call-up

Mohammed Shami consults orthopaedics in Mumbai for ankle issue | India Tour of South Africa

Mohammed Shami consults orthopaedics in Mumbai for ankle issue | India Tour of South Africa

22-time Grand Slam Champion Rafael Nadal to return to tennis after a year in January 2024

22-time Grand Slam Champion Rafael Nadal to return to tennis after a year in January 2024

IND vs AUS, 4th T20I: Team India seal 5-match series with 20-run win against Australia

IND vs AUS, 4th T20I: Team India seal 5-match series with 20-run win against Australia

IPL 2024 Auction: Mitchell Starc, Rachin Ravindra among 1,166-player register

IPL 2024 Auction: Mitchell Starc, Rachin Ravindra among 1,166-player register

Watch! Cash-strapped Pakistan cricketers load their luggage on truck on their own in Australia

Watch! Cash-strapped Pakistan cricketers load their luggage on truck on their own in Australia

Editorji Technologies Pvt. Ltd. © 2022 All Rights Reserved.