Baskaran Adhiban

Baskaran Adhiban is an Indian professional chess player, born on August 15, 1992, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. He is widely acknowledged as one of the top chess players from India. Adhiban started his professional career with the Indian national team before moving to international tournaments where he won numerous titles, including the World Junior Chess Championship in 2008.

Adhiban is known for his aggressive playing style, tactical acumen, and versatility. He has earned numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as being a three-time Indian national champion.

Off the board, Adhiban is also recognized for his contributions to the sport and his influence on aspiring chess players, inspiring millions worldwide.

Indian National Championships

• Youth and Early Career: Adhiban was born and raised in Chennai and started playing chess at a young age. He won the Indian National Sub-Junior Chess Championship in 2008.

World Junior Chess Championship

• Early Success: Adhiban achieved international recognition when he won the World Junior Chess Championship in 2008.

International Tournaments

• Record-breaking Performance: In 2013, Adhiban became a Grandmaster, the highest title a chess player can attain. Over the next years, he participated in various international tournaments, setting records and winning numerous titles.

Chess Olympiads

• New Challenges: Adhiban represented India in the Chess Olympiads, helping the team to achieve high rankings in multiple editions of the tournament.

Indian National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for the Indian national team in 2008.

Achievements:

• Asian Team Chess Championship: Winner in 2016.
• Chess Olympiad: Contributed to India's bronze medal win in 2014.
• Adhiban has represented India in numerous international competitions, achieving high rankings and winning several titles.

• Playstyle: Primarily an aggressive player, but also known for his tactical acumen and versatility.
• Skills: Known for his deep understanding of the game, ability to calculate complex positions, and endgame prowess.

• Family: Adhiban keeps his personal life private. He is known to be single and focused on his chess career.
• Contributions: Adhiban contributes to the growth of chess in India, encouraging young players and sharing his knowledge through coaching and mentorship programs.

• Baskaran Adhiban is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his work ethic, determination, and contribution to chess in India. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the chessboard, inspiring millions of chess enthusiasts around the world.

Three-time Indian National Champion:

• 2008, 2010, and 2011

Winner of the World Junior Chess Championship:

• 2008

Grandmaster title:

• Achieved in 2010

Books

• Adhiban, B. (2020) The Beast: The Life and Games of Baskaran Adhiban. New in Chess.

Websites

• FIDE: Information about Baskaran Adhiban’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fide.com
• ChessBase: Updates and articles on Adhiban’s performance and records. Available at: https://www.chessbase.com

Articles

• Chess.com: Baskaran Adhiban: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.chess.com/news/view/baskaran-adhiban

Interviews and Documentaries

• ChessBase India: Various interviews and features on Baskaran Adhiban, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.chessbase.in