Gambits smashed Mumba Masters 2‑0 to lock in bronze at the Global Chess League final round in Bengaluru – a result sealed by Nihal Sarin’s flawless 2‑0 sweep.
The match had been a nail‑biter. After losing the first round by a razor‑thin eight‑point margin, Gambits were desperate. Sarin, on board three, turned the tide, delivering two clean victories that sent the crowd into a frenzy.
Captain‑coach Srinath Narayanan, who had been a silent pillar after the earlier heartbreak, rallied the squad with a late‑night board‑game session that lifted spirits. “We played some fun games to keep our heads clear,” he told the press, hinting that the team’s bond was as strong as their skill.
With bronze secured, Gambits now eye the next stage of the tournament. Their resilience proves they can bounce back, and the spotlight turns to how they’ll perform in the upcoming semi‑finals against the top‑seeded side.