Shreyansh Somaiya Halts Palaash Mapara's Winning Streak in All India Chess Masters
Synopsis
The All India Chess Masters tournament heated up with Round 6's thrilling matches at the Mumbai Chess Centre. Palaash Mapara's winning streak was ended by Shreyansh Somaiya, while many players remain in contention for the top spots.
Key Takeaways
Palaash Mapara's winning streak ends with a draw against Shreyansh Somaiya .
Shriram Mhasane joins the contenders after defeating Pratik Yadnik .
Multiple players remain within striking distance of the lead.
Only two rounds left, increasing the anticipation for the finale.
The tournament is being held at the Mumbai Chess Centre .
Mumbai, April 2 (NationPress) The competition for the top positions heated up after Round 6 of the All India Chess Masters (Season 3) at the Mumbai Chess Centre located on Pedder Road. Several players are now vying closely for the lead.
In an exciting match on the top board, top seed Palaash Mapara (5 points) faced Shreyansh Somaiya (4.5 points) and the game ended in a draw, which halted Mapara's winning streak while keeping him at the top of the leaderboard.
On Board 2, Pratik Yadnik (4.5) suffered a defeat against Shriram Mhasane (4.5), who claimed a significant victory, thus joining the group of contenders.
AGM Rajveer Nahar (4.5) maintained his strong form by overcoming Yashraj Rathi (4.5), while Tanuj Dayal (4.5) triumphed over Amey Dandekar (4) to remain a serious contender.
Arjun Singh (4.5) secured a vital win against Dhruv Muthe (4), and Naitik V Mane (4.5) bested Deepak R Soni (4), climbing further up the rankings.
Other notable results included Nikhiil Shelar (4.5) defeating Preyas Waghmare (4), while AIM Akashkumar Yadav (4.5) won against Prisha Margaj (4).
Anirudh Anand Iyer (4.5) and AFM Sohum Pawar (4) played to a draw in a well-matched game.
Additionally, players Amogh Bhatavadekar (4.5), Mohsin Yunus Shaikh (4.5), Sanket Chaudhary (4.5), and Aashrita Balaji Guttula (4.5) each earned crucial victories, keeping them in close competition.
With only two rounds left, the tournament is still wide open, promising an electrifying conclusion.
Results – Round 6 (Top Boards):
Palaash Mapara (5) drew with Shreyansh Somaiya (4.5) — 0.5-0.5
Pratik Yadnik (4.5) lost to Shriram Mhasane (4.5) — 0-1
AGM Rajveer Nahar (4.5) beat Yashraj Rathi (4.5) — 1-0
Amey Dandekar (4) lost to Tanuj Dayal (4.5) — 0-1
Arjun Singh (4.5) beat Dhruv Muthe (4) — 1-0
Naitik V Mane (4.5) beat Deepak R Soni (4) — 1-0
Nikhiil Shelar (4.5) beat Preyas Waghmare (4) — 1-0
AIM Akashkumar Yadav (4.5) beat Prisha Margaj (4) — 1-0
Anirudh Anand Iyer (4.5) drew with AFM Sohum Pawar (4) — 0.5-0.5
Amogh Bhatavadekar (4.5) beat Akshay Chachad (4) — 1-0
Point of View
The intensity is palpable. The draw between Mapara and Somaiya reshuffles the dynamics, offering opportunities for others to seize the lead. The next rounds will be crucial in determining who emerges victorious in this tightly contested championship.
NationPress
15 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is leading the All India Chess Masters after Round 6?
Palaash Mapara is currently leading the tournament with 5 points despite a draw against Shreyansh Somaiya.
What were the key results from Round 6?
Key results included Mapara drawing with Somaiya, Mhasane defeating Yadnik, and Nahar beating Rathi.
How many rounds are left in the tournament?
There are two rounds remaining in the All India Chess Masters.
Where is the All India Chess Masters being held?
The tournament is being held at the Mumbai Chess Centre on Pedder Road in Mumbai.
What is the scoring system used in the tournament?
Players earn one point for a win, half a point for a draw, and no points for a loss.
