Nagpur’s rising chess star, International Master Divya Deshmukh, showcased nerves of steel as she held Grandmaster Koneru Humpy to a tense draw in the second classical game of their title clash at the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 in Batumi, Georgia.
With both classical games ending in hard-fought draws, the championship now moves into the tie-break stage — a rapid-blitz decider set for Monday. Playing with the black pieces, Divya maintained a solid defensive posture against Humpy’s calm and controlled opening. Her composed play neutralized any threats and ensured the match remains evenly poised.
The high-stakes encounter between India’s seasoned legend and Nagpur’s young prodigy has now built up to an electrifying finale, with the title hanging in the balance.
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