Episode 46: Chennai Grand Masters 2026 Preview & Predictions!

The Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026 is finally here, bringing together eight of the world's strongest chess players for one of the strongest classical tournaments of the year. In this video, I preview the event, explain the format, prize fund, schedule, and why the tournament is so important for the FIDE Circuit. I also discuss the star-studded lineup featuring World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, Arjun Erigaisi, Alireza Firouzja, Hans Niemann, Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Nihal Sarin, Dmitry Andreikin, and Pranesh M, before sharing my tournament predictions and Chess.com's Prediction Contest. With valuable FIDE Circuit points on the line and India's premier super tournament returning, this promises to be one of the biggest chess events of 2026.🔗 Follow Me Here:👕 Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maverickchess?\_t=ZS-8zfqUjhMCKg&\_r=1📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maverickchess200?igsh=M2k5bTlkYm50Zm5x🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/Matthew551021🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50zEWipHPduEQ6sZWuE6oT🛍️ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3d21c000-d7f7-4da3-9aa1-ece2cf5ecf7a/maverick-chess-podcasts🍏 Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maverick-chess-podcasts/id1823220097🎮 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maverick\_matt23♟ Chess.com: https://www.chess.com/member/trustymatt♞ Lichess.org: //lichess.org/@/TrustyMatt☕ Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/matthewrichards2005🎓 Learn How to Play ChessNew to chess or want to improve? Start here:📘 How to Play Chess (Basics):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wI0loSUZXBY&list=PLW03-3PySqItMeZZ4ezrY9qCh7YDvvswx&index=1🏆 How to Win at Chess:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSF4ktqf9kQ&list=PLW03-3PySqItMeZZ4ezrY9qCh7YDvvswx&index=2❌ How to Lose at Chess – 8 Mistakes to Avoid:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXmZ6lbwdJY&list=PLW03-3PySqItMeZZ4ezrY9qCh7YDvvswx&index=3✍️ How to Read and Write Chess Moves (Notation):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSq18Dnb5dI&list=PLW03-3PySqItMeZZ4ezrY9qCh7YDvvswx&index=4👋 About Me:I create content around chess, streamer events, internet tournaments, etc., with a mix of gameplay, humour, commentary, highlights, and tutorials. My goal is to make CHESS fun and accessible to everyone. New videos every EVERYDAY!✅ Calls to Action:👍 Like this video if you enjoyed it!🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an upload!📝 Comment on your favourite moment or your thoughts below!⚠️ Disclaimer:Some links are affiliate links which help support the channel at no extra cost to you. Thank you!Hashtags#ChennaiGrandMasters #Chess #FIDECircuit #Gukesh #HansNiemann #ArjunErigaisi #AlirezaFirouzja #MaverickChess