Chess saw significant global and Indian achievements in 2025. Magnus Carlsen dominated, securing multiple titles and maintaining the world number one ranking across all formats. In India, teenager Divya Deshmukh emerged as a star, winning the Women's Chess World Cup and earning a Grandmaster title. India's growing chess talent pool was highlighted by the addition of six new Grandmasters, positioning the country as a future powerhouse in the sport. Other notable Indian players like D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa also made significant contributions.