Palaash Mapara Dominates All India Chess Masters with Five Consecutive Wins
Synopsis
Palaash Mapara's extraordinary performance at the All India Chess Masters sees him leading the tournament with five straight victories. As the competition intensifies, a strong pack of contenders follows closely behind, setting the stage for an exciting showdown in subsequent rounds.
Key Takeaways
Palaash Mapara is the sole leader with 5 points.
A strong group of players trails closely with 4.5 points.
Impressive performances from Shreyansh Somaiya and AGM Rajveer Nahar .
The tournament is held at the Mumbai Chess Centre .
Exciting matches expected in upcoming rounds.
Mumbai, April 1 (NationPress) Palaash Mapara (5 points) has maintained his impressive streak, achieving his fifth consecutive win to stand as the sole frontrunner after Round 5 of the All India Chess Masters (Season 3), ongoing at the Mumbai Chess Centre, on Wednesday.
In a match where he played with the black pieces at the top board, Palaash exhibited exceptional tactical insight, decisively overcoming Punit Dodiya (4 points).
A formidable group of five players—Shriram Mhasane, Pratik Yadnik, Yashraj Rathi, AGM Rajveer Nahar, and Shreyansh Somaiya—are right behind him in a tie for second place, each with 4.5 points.
On the second board, Yashraj Rathi and Pratik Yadnik concluded their match in a draw, thus sharing the point.
In the meantime, Shreyansh Somaiya and AGM Rajveer Nahar showcased their skills with convincing victories while playing as black. Shreyansh triumphed over Ahaan Kataruka (3.5 points) on the third board, while Rajveer outperformed Shrirang Agharkar (3.5 points).
Shriram Mhasane also shone, securing a win against Anay Banka (3.5 points) on the sixth board.
Earlier on Tuesday, Palaash Mapara (4 points) played a solid and calculated game with the white pieces, cleverly defeating Dhruv Muthe (3 points) on the third board at the conclusion of the fourth round of the All India Chess Masters (Season 3), held at the Mumbai Chess Centre, Pedder Road.
Pratik Yadnik (4 points), also with the white pieces, achieved his fourth win in a row, overcoming Aditya Siddharth (3 points) on the fourth board.
Amey Dandekar (4 points) was among the successful players, marking his fourth win with a victory over Viraj Rathi (3 points) on the seventh board.
Results – Round 5 (Top 10):
Punit Dodiya (4) lost to Palaash Mapara (5) — 0-1
Yashraj Rathi (4.5) drew with Pratik Yadnik (4.5) — 0.5-0.5
Ahaan Kataruka (3.5) lost to Shreyansh Somaiya (4.5) — 0-1
AFM Sohum Pawar (4) drew with AIM Akashkumar Yadav (4) — 0.5-0.5
Shrirang Agharkar (3.5) lost to AGM Rajveer Nahar (4.5) — 0-1
Shriram Mhasane (4.5) defeated Anay Banka (3.5) — 1-0
Pankaj Borse (4) drew with Anand Iyer (4) — 0.5-0.5
Prisha Margaj (4) bested AFM Omkar Gaikwad (3.5) — 1-0
Tanuj Dayal (4) triumphed over Neev Bafna (3) — 1-0
Pragnay Singh (3) lost to Arjun Singh (3) — 0-1
Point of View
Palaash Mapara has established himself as a formidable competitor, leading the tournament after five rounds. His tactical prowess and consistent performance place him in a strong position, while closely following contenders ensure that the competition remains fierce. This event underscores the depth of talent in Indian chess.
NationPress
10 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is leading the All India Chess Masters?
Palaash Mapara is currently leading the tournament with five consecutive wins.
Where is the All India Chess Masters being held?
The event is taking place at the Mumbai Chess Centre.
How many points does Palaash Mapara have?
Palaash Mapara has 5 points after five rounds.
Who are the key players chasing Palaash Mapara?
The players in joint second place include Shriram Mhasane, Pratik Yadnik, Yashraj Rathi, AGM Rajveer Nahar, and Shreyansh Somaiya, each with 4.5 points.
What were the notable results from Round 5?
Palaash Mapara defeated Punit Dodiya, while Yashraj Rathi and Pratik Yadnik drew their match.
