Chess isn’t just a board game because lately, it’s been a rollercoaster ride, at least for Indian fans. This year, the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 finals have given us something truly special. For the very first time, it’s India vs India in the big match, with legends being made right before our eyes. Honestly, if you thought this was just another chess final, think again, because this is history. So here’s everything you need to know about this blockbuster final.
FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 Finals Key Details
Let’s talk about what makes this final so exciting. Both Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh, a respected chess veteran and a young teenage sensation from India, have made their way to the finals by defeating the strongest Chinese grandmasters in the semifinals.
Humpy, an icon in Indian chess, showed nerves of steel by winning three games in a row to claim her spot. Meanwhile, Divya, who is only 19, is already making headlines as she took out former world champion Tan Zhongyi in the semi-finals to claim her spot in the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 Finals.
Here’s what’s at stake:
Winner’s purse: $50,000 (about ₹41.6 lakhs)
Runner-up: $35,000 (about ₹29.1 lakhs)
Qualification: Both finalists have already sealed a spot in the 2026 FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament, keeping their dream for the world title alive.
The match format is designed for maximum drama with two classical games, rapid tiebreaks if tied, and blitz playoffs if you really want a nerve-wracking finish.
FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 Finals Schedule
Here’s the full schedule of the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 Finals.
| Date | Event | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| July 26 | Final – Game 1 | 15:00 |
| July 27 | Final – Game 2 | 15:00 |
| July 28 | Tiebreaks (if needed), Closing Ceremony | 15:00 |
Why It Matters
Why is this such a big deal? For starters, it’s the first all-Indian final in the history of the Women’s World Cup, breaking a long-standing Chinese dominance in women’s chess. It’s not just about prize money or trophies, it’s about changing the landscape of the chess world, showing emerging talents from India can stand at the very top. So don’t miss this absolute banger as the history-making has just started.
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