After 23 Years India Hosts FIDE World Cup 2025 in Goa

By Abhishek Kumar

India again hosts the FIDE World Cup after 23 years Finally this prestigious chess tournament returns to Indian soil and this time it will be organised in the beautiful state of Goa. The excitement is already at its peak as the country prepares to welcome the world’s best chess players for a month-long battle of intellect strategy and skill.

The organisers officially launched the anthem and the event logo in a grand ceremony in Goa. The logo represents the perfect blend of Goa’s vibrant culture and the elegance of chess showing India’s growing prominence in global chess. The anthem composed by the famous artist Daler Mehndi has created huge buzz among fans and players alike. Its energetic and inspiring notes perfectly capture the spirit of competition and the pride of hosting such a mega international event The tournament will take place from October 31 to November 27 2025, in Arpora North Goa, and will feature 206 players from 82 countries making it one of the biggest chess events of the year. India’s young chess prodigies are ready to shine on home soil including D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, R Praggnanandhaa, and wildcard entry Raunak Sadhwani. Every match promises to be thrilling with players fighting for glory and a chance to qualify for the 2026 Candidates Tournament the next step in the World Chess Championship cycle.

This event is not just a tournament it’s a celebration of India’s rise in world chess a festival where intellect meets passion and tradition meets global recognition Goa is all set to host this spectacular event with its warm hospitality vibrant culture and stunning landscapes making it the perfect stage for the world’s best players
The countdown has begun. India is ready Goa is ready and the world is watching. The FIDE World Cup 2025 is coming and it’s going to be epic unforgettable and historic