D Gukesh might be enjoying his most consistent year in his chess career so far, but Ding Liren cannot be counted out ahead of the duo’s World Chess Championship match in Singapore.

The upcoming World Chess Championship will see a unique dynamic as India's Gukesh, known for his computer-like precision, faces China's Ding Liren, who has shown vulnerability under pressure. Experts believe the early games will be crucial for both players.

My job is pretty clear — just go into every game as the best version of myself and play the best moves in the position

Chess’s biggest event starts next week. The reigning champion, Ding Liren, is seen as an underdog compared to an 18-year-old competitor.

The ultimate guide to the world chess championship, including form guide, ranking match-up, and reasons why each player will have a chance to win.

Gukesh Dommaraju could become the youngest chess world champion in history, but those who know him best say his success wasn't preordained

In a historic clash, India's D Gukesh faces China's Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship, marking a transformative moment for Asian chess and a new chapter in India's pursuit of global dominance in the sport.

The clash between chess titans Ding and Indian challenger Gukesh Dommaraju kicks off at the Resorts World Sentosa on Nov 25, with the best-of-14 series to end on Dec 13.

Liren's last victory against Gukesh came earlier this year during the Tata Steel Chess tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands. He beat Gukesh in the same event in 2023

The weight of expectations sits lightly on his teenaged shoulders and Grandmaster D Gukesh would bank heavily on his calm mind when he takes on Chinese Ding Liren in the World Championship showdown