Tag: World Cup 2025
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Wei Yi Triumphs as China Dreams of a World Cup Crown: Arjun Erigaisi Falls in Tie-Break
Overview: A high-stakes clash that defined the World Cup 2025 narrative The FIDE World Cup 2025 delivered drama from the outset, but none more consequential than the tie-break bout between Wei Yi, China’s rising chess star, and India’s top player Arjun Erigaisi. With the World Cup at stake and a coveted berth to the Candidates…
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Wei Yi Rises: China’s No. 1 Shatters Arjun Erigaisi in World Cup 2025 Tie-Break
Overview: A landmark World Cup moment The FIDE World Cup 2025 delivered one of the most dramatic chapters in recent chess history as Wei Yi, China’s brightest star, defeated India’s rising prodigy Arjun Erigaisi in a high-stakes tie-break. The result not only sent Wei Yi deeper into the tournament’s glow but also reshaped the trajectory…
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Yakubboev Breaks Through: 1st Blood in World Cup Quarterfinals, Joins 2700 Club
Upset Bout Jumps to Quarterfinals In a gripping opening encounter of the 2025 FIDE World Cup Quarterfinals, GM Nodirbek Yakubboev of Uzbekistan delivered the only decisive result as he defeated GM Alexander Donchenko in a tense game one. The win gave Yakubboev a vital edge and put him one victory away from a place in…
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Yakubboev Draws First Blood, Reaches 2700 Live Rating in World Cup QF
Summary: Yakubboev Takes the Opening Knockout Game In a tightly contested encounter at the 2025 FIDE World Cup, GM Nodirbek Yakubboev of Uzbekistan delivered the sole decisive game of the quarterfinals against GM Alexander Donchenko of Germany. The win gave Yakubboev a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series, setting the stage for a dramatic chase…
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Tuchel Explains Why Danny Welbeck Missed England Selection and Hints at World Cup Hope
Tuchel’s Insight: Welbeck Was Close to England Selection Thomas Tuchel has shed light on the decision-making process behind Danny Welbeck’s absence from the latest England squad, insisting that the Brighton striker was “close” to earning a call-up. The Chelsea-era manager, now guiding Welbeck at Brighton, explained that a mix of factors—ranging from tactical fit to…
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Arjun, Keymer, Wei, Mamedyarov, MVL Lead Early in World Cup 2025 Round Two
High-Stakes Start to Round Two The 2025 FIDE World Cup is already delivering dramatic moments as 64 boards across capable lineups enter the second round. After a fiercely fought first round, a notable cohort of players secured decisive victories in game one, placing them on the cusp of advancing to round three. The early leaders…
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England Saved by Rain in Pakistan World Cup Thriller
England spared by the weather as rain alters Pakistan showdown England’s hopes of a comfortable win in their World Cup campaign were dashed not by the bat or ball, but by a sudden rain interruption that kept the match alive and, ultimately, preserved England’s place atop the standings. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt admitted afterwards that England…
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India vs Australia LIVE: Women’s World Cup 2025 Updates & Highlights
Overview In Visakhapatnam, India and Australia clash in a highly anticipated Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 fixture. The opening stand for India is aggressive, with Pratika Rawal and Smriti Mandhana driving boundaries early as India look to post a competitive total on a pitch described as tame by some observers. As the chase for runs…
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Aussie Batters Backed to Fire Against India in World Cup
Alyssa Healy confident in Australia’s batting depth Alyssa Healy has fielded no alarms about Australia’s top-order struggles early in the Women’s World Cup, insisting the side’s depth and composure will carry them through when the pressure dial rises against host nation India. After two tight, victory-clinching performances, Australia heads into a high-profile matchup with the…
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India vs Australia: High-stakes Showdown in the Women’s World Cup 2025
Overview: Two heavyweight teams, one defining moment When India and Australia meet in the Women’s World Cup 2025, it isn’t just another group-stage fixture. It’s a test of temperament, depth, and the evolving power game in women’s cricket. Both teams have shown signs of brilliance and vulnerability in equal measure, setting the stage for a…