Arvind Aaron News Today

This month marks the birth anniversary of Viswanathan Anand. The phenomenal rise of the Indian super talent created a chess wave in his own land that shows no sign of diminishing. Vishy has been an inspiration for many young players, and today he is an ambassador for the game. Here our columnist recalls the early career of the former world champion.

In an age of Kasparovs and Karpovs, he won the most coveted titles. He also had a catalytic effect on young Indian minds wanting to take to chess