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Does D Gukesh Have A Girlfriend? Indian Grandmaster's Old Reaction Resurfaces

The entire India is talking about 18-year-old chess Grandmaster D Gukesh after his historic achievement at World Championship. The Indian GM became the youngest-ever World Chess Champion with his hard-fought win over China's Ding Liren in the 14-match contest. The final game turned out to be the decider after both the players were tied at the score of 6.5 going into the match. The nation is now curious to know more and more about Gukesh, who has etched his name in the history books. From the achievements of the player to the prize money he won, fans are taking interest in everything that is related to him.

Historic Victory: D Gukesh Becomes 2024 World Chess Champion

India has achieved yet another proud milestone in the international chess arena. The 18-year-old promising Grandmaster, D. Gukesh, delivered a stellar performance to defeat reigning champion Ding Liren of China and claim the title of the 2024 World Chess Champion. In a thrilling and historic final, Gukesh showcased remarkable composure and excellence to defeat Ding Liren with a score of 7.5-6.5. At the age of 18 years, 8 months, and 14 days, Gukesh became the youngest champion in the history of chess.

"Cried For 10 Minutes": D Gukesh's Mother Recalls Financial Struggles Behind Son's Success

J Padmakumari was too nervous to switch on her mobile phone and computer the whole of Thursday. She didn't want to follow her son D Gukesh's title match against Ding Liren in Singapore. But around 7pm, Gukesh's aunt stormed into the house with the happy news — the World Chess Championship title is homebound. Raw and unrehearsed emotions poured out instinctively. "I couldn't believe it and I cried for 10 minutes," Padmakumari said before taking a flight to meet her son, now the darling of a billion Indians.

Watch: Hardik Pandya's Warm Gesture Makes Crowd Erupt After Fans Are Forced Off By Guards In SMAT

The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy - India's domestic T20 tournament - is in full swing, with several India T20I regulars also taking part in it. Arguably the most popular Indian cricketer, at least when it comes to Google search in 2024, is Hardik Pandya, who is representing Baroda in the tournament. The presence of stars like Pandya has drawn in decent crowds even for the domestic games, and a few fans even breached security and tried to enter the stadium to catch a glimpse of their favourite cricketers. But, as security attempted to force them off, the crowd cheered a warm gesture by Pandya.

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Live Streaming And Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Live Streaming: Zimbabwe are all set to square off against Afghanistan in the third and final T20I of the three-match series on Saturday in Harare. The series is currently levelled 1-1 after the visitors bounced back in the T20I and registered a victory by 50 runs. Earlier on Friday, Darwish Rasooli made his first international fifty while Naveen-ul-Haq and Rashid Khan each took three wickets. Afghanistan won the toss and posted 153-6 off 20 overs, thanks to the recalled Rasooli's 58. In reply, Zimbabwe were dismissed for 103 in 17.4 overs.

Vinod Kambli Responds After Kapil Dev Offers To Help Him: "Have No Hesitation..."

Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli has agreed to enter rehab amid concerns over his health and financial crisis. Recently, India's 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev offered to bear the expenses of Kambli's treatment, only if the the latter is willing to enter rehab. Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar also came forward and offered to help Kambli, who has already been to rehab 14 times. While admitting that his financial condition is a mess, Kambli credited his wife for managing everything.

"I Want To Be Youngest World Champion": D Gukesh Recalls Viral Old Video

A heart-warming father-son moment was captured after India's D Gukesh defeated China's Ding Liren in the 14th and the final game of the World Chess Championship, becoming the youngest world champion on Thursday. Gukesh's father had tears in his eyes when his prodigal son came and hugged him. Even the chess champion couldn't prevent his eyes from getting wet as he realised the big dream he had spoken publicly of as an 11-year-old. It wasn't a straightforward battle for Gukesh but he fought valiantly to emerge triumphant.

3rd Test: Australian Openers Start Well, Reach 28/0 On Rain-Curtailed Day 1

Local hero Usman Khawaja and young Nathan McSweeney displayed sound defensive technique against Jasprit Bumrah but persistent rain played havoc with the opening day of the third Test, allowing only 13.2 overs of play in which Australia scored 28 for no loss against India in Brisbane Saturday. The gloomy weather didn't allow any action after the rain-curtailed first session. The weather in Brisbane indicates a start-stop game throughout the next four days. Khawaja (19 batting, 47 balls) and McSweeney (4 batting, 33 balls) traded aggression with caution but the senior left-hander still got a couple of boundaries when Mohammed Siraj pitched it short.

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Does D Gukesh Have A Girlfriend? Indian Grandmaster's Old Reaction Resurfaces

Historic Victory: D Gukesh Becomes 2024 World Chess Champion

"Cried For 10 Minutes": D Gukesh's Mother Recalls Financial Struggles Behind Son's Success

Watch: Hardik Pandya's Warm Gesture Makes Crowd Erupt After Fans Are Forced Off By Guards In SMAT

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Live Streaming And Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Vinod Kambli Responds After Kapil Dev Offers To Help Him: "Have No Hesitation..."

"I Want To Be Youngest World Champion": D Gukesh Recalls Viral Old Video

3rd Test: Australian Openers Start Well, Reach 28/0 On Rain-Curtailed Day 1