Viswanathan Anand’s Rajinikanth-Style Welcome as R Ashwin

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Viswanathan Anand, known for his brilliance on the chessboard, greeted Ashwin in true Rajinikanth style

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“Congratulations @ashwinravi99 on your exciting new venture into the world of chess!

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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! Best of Luck in London! 🌟”

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American Gambits, co-owned by prominent business leaders Prachura PP, Venkat K Narayana, and Ravichandran Ashwin, promises to redefine the game of chess.

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This team will replace the Chingari Gulf Titans in the upcoming season. Ashwin expressed his excitement: “As co-owner, I’m thrilled to witness their journey and contribute to their success.”

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The second edition of the Global Chess League is scheduled to take place in London from October 3 to 12.

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Five other franchises—Alpine SG Pipers, PBG Alaskan Knights, Ganges Grandmasters, defending champions Triveni Continental Kings, and Mumba Masters

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Ronaldo’s journey to stardom began with Sporting Clube de Portugal (commonly known as Sporting Lisbon). His electrifying performances caught the eye of European giants, and in 2003, he signed with Manchester United.

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