From Rs 4.8L at KBC to Commonwealth Gold and carrying India's hope at ENC: Guha on hot seat | TheBriefWire
From Rs 4.8L at KBC to Commonwealth Gold and carrying India's hope at ENC: Guha on hot seat
Published 16 June 2026 ยท local
India's 72nd Grandmaster Mitrabha Guha, who once appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati and won Rs 4.8 lakh has secured India's final spot for the Esports
India's 72nd Grandmaster Mitrabha Guha, who once appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati and won Rs 4.8 lakh has secured India's final spot for the Esports Nations Cup 2026. The Kolkata player overcame years of financial struggles and family sacrifices to reach the top. Now pursuing an MBA, the Commonwealth classical chess champion is set to compete alongside stars like Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.
Published: June 17, 2026 โข 5:00 AM IST ยท Updated: June 17, 2026 โข 6:02 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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India's 72nd Grandmaster Mitrabha Guha, who once appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati and won Rs 4.8 lakh has secured India's final spot for the Esports Nations Cup 2026. The Kolkata player overcame years of financial struggles and family sacrifices to reach the top.
Now pursuing an MBA, the Commonwealth classical chess champion is set to compete alongside stars like Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.