Ravichandran Ashwin takes his next move as the veteran cricketer brought the American Gambits franchise in the Global Chess League which will make its debut this year. The tournament is scheduled to take place in London from 3rd to 12th October at the Friends House.
There will be six franchises competing for the title in the second season of the tournament where American Gambits will play their maiden season of the marquee event. Apart from the Gambits, Alpine SG Pipers, PBG Alaskan Knights, Ganges Grandmasters, defending champions Triveni Continental Kings and Mumba Masters are the other teams competing in London.
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Anand Mahinda for Ashwin
Anand Mahindra who is the chairman of the Global Chess League praised Ashwin for owning a team in the tournament, the industrialist took his ‘X’ (formerly known as Twitter) to hail the veteran cricketer uniquely.
“I’m not surprised that Ravichandran Ashwin has entered the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League. Because he’s one of our most cerebral cricket stars. He’s a supreme strategist in the way he approaches the game & his opponents. He’s partnering with chess aficionado and entrepreneur Prachura P, and business leader Venkat K. Narayan as a co-owner of the newest team in @GCLlive- American Gambits. Welcome on board, @AshwinRavi99 Now you’re going to add several ‘checkmates’ to your large collection of wickets and sixers!” posted Anand Mahindra.
Viswanathan Anand for Ravichandran Ashwin
India’s Chess legend and Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand also congratulated Ashwin on his new venture.
“Congratulations @ashwinravi99 on your exciting new venture into the world of chess! As someone who has bowled out the best in cricket, I'm sure you'll bring the same competitive spirit to the Global Chess League with the American Gambits. May your rooks and bishops be as unstoppable as your off-spinners!” posted Viswanathan Anand
Ashwin in a media release expressed his first reaction after buying stakes. He said "We're thrilled to introduce the American Gambits to the chess world. With a blend of strategic brilliance and unwavering determination, our team aims to redefine the game. As co-owner, I'm excited to witness their journey and contribute to their success”.
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