Mohammad Nubairshah Shaikh

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Born (1998-01-01) January 1, 1998 (age 27)
India
NationalityIndian
Alma materMumbai University
OccupationChess player

Mohammad Nubairshah Shaikh [1] (born January 1, 1998) is an Indian chess player who holds the title of International Master (IM) and is widely regarded for his significant achievements in the world of chess. He notably won the 1st SAARC Chess Championship (Open) in 2019,[2] held in Bangladesh, and became an International Master in 2016.[3] In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport, he was awarded the prestigious Shiv Chhatrapati Sports State Award [4] by the Government of Maharashtra in 2018, the highest honor for a sports personality in the state.

Early Life and Education

Nubairshah Shaikh was born in India and completed his graduation in civil engineering from Mumbai University in 2019.[5]

Career Highlights

  • Commonwealth Junior Champion (2017): Shaikh claimed the title of Commonwealth Junior Champion[6], cementing his place as a promising young talent in the chess world.
  • Western Asia Junior Blitz Champion (2018): Shaikh won the Gold Medal in the Western Asia Junior Blitz Championship in Uzbekistan.[7]

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Shaikh achieved two Grandmaster (GM) norms:

  1. At the Delhi GM Open 2018, where his performance rating was 2647.[8]
  2. At the Capelle La Grande 2020 tournament in France.[9]

Although the pandemic paused his tournament play, he made a remarkable comeback:

  • In 2022, he won the Silver Lake Open[10] in Serbia, narrowly missing his final Grandmaster norm.
  • Shaikh achieved his final Grandmaster norm & Elect GM Title at the Bangladesh Premier League 2024, where he played for Titas Club,[11] winning the Board Prize with a score of 8/10.[12]

Major Achievements

  • SAARC Chess Championship: In 2023, Shaikh successfully defended his title at the South Asian Chess Championship (SACC) held in Lalitpur, Nepal,[13] becoming the first player to win the SAARC Championship, multiple times since its inception.
  • Jaffna International Chess Championship 2024: Shaikh claimed victory at this prestigious event held in Sri Lanka with a score of 9/10.[14]

Notable Recognition and Titles =

  • International Master Title: Awarded the title of International Master (IM) in 2016.[15]
  • Shiv Chhatrapati Sports State Award: Received the Shiv Chhatrapati Sports State Award by the Government of Maharashtra in 2018 for his significant contributions to chess in India.[16]

Notable Games (All against Top Grandmasters)

1. Nubairshah Shaikh vs Gukesh D. – Qatar Masters 2023[17]

In this game, Shaikh drew against Gukesh D. the India No. 1,[18] who would go on to become the 18th World Chess Champion in 2024.[19] This draw is considered a significant achievement, as Gukesh's rise to the top of the chess world marked a historic moment in Indian chess.

2. Nubairshah Shaikh vs Hikaru Nakamura – Titled Tuesday, January 2020[20]

Shaikh defeated Hikaru Nakamura, the World No. 3 [21] at the time, in a thrilling encounter during an online tournament. This victory was notable as Nakamura is one of the most renowned and decorated players and streamer in the chess world.

3. Nubairshah Shaikh vs Arjun Erigaisi[22]

Shaikh won against Erigaisi, another rising star in Indian chess, in a well-fought battle that showcased his tactical prowess and strategic depth.

4. Nubairshah Shaikh vs Bassem Amin[23]

In this game, Shaikh triumphed over Bassem Amin, a top Egyptian Grandmaster, demonstrating his ability to outperform seasoned players from around the world.

5.Nubairshah Shaikh vs Andrei Shchekachev[24]

This game is celebrated as an "Immortal Attacking Masterpiece,"[25] showcasing Shaikh's aggressive and tactical brilliance.

References

  1. ↑ "Mohammad Nubairshah Shaikh | Top Chess Players". Chess.com. Retrieved 2023-01-05.
  2. ↑ "IM Nubairshah Shaikh is the winner of 1st SAARC Chess Championship 2019 - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2019-12-21. Retrieved 2023-01-05.
  3. ↑ "Aryan Chopra scores his final GM norm; Nubair & Viani become IMs - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2016-09-02. Retrieved 2023-01-05.
  4. ↑ "19 players from Maharashtra feted with the Shiv Chhatrapati Award - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2018-02-18. Retrieved 2023-01-05.
  5. ↑ "M.H. Saboo Siddik College Of Engineering". www.mhssce.ac.in. Retrieved 2023-01-05.
  6. ↑ "Chess-Results Server Chess-results.com - Commonwealth Chess Championships 2017 Under-20 (OPEN)". chess-results.com. Retrieved 2023-01-05.
  7. ↑ "India shines at the Western Asia Junior Championship 2018 - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2018-12-03. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  8. ↑ "Delhi GM Open Rd. 09: Akash Iyer and Nubairshah Shaikh complete GM Norms – All India Chess Federation". aicf.in. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  9. ↑ "Test your chess with the Civil Engineer! - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2020-03-01. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  10. ↑ "IM Nubairshah Shaikh wins the Silver Lake Open - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2022-06-27. Retrieved 2023-01-05.
  11. ↑ "Bangladesh Police regains Bangabandhu Premier League 2024 - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2024-02-18. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  12. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  13. ↑ "Defending champ from India wins gold at South Asian Chess Tourney". The Times of India. 2023-06-22. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  14. ↑ "Nubairshah Shaikh wins 2nd Jaffna Open 2024, Prajwal P Shet third - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2024-12-22. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
  15. ↑ "Mohammad Nubairshah Shaikh". ratings.fide.com. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
  16. ↑ ChessBase India (2018-02-17). 20 people from the village of Beed came to witness him winning the award! :). Retrieved 2025-02-27 – via YouTube.
  17. ↑ "Mohammad Nubairshah Shaikh vs Gukesh D - Qatar Masters 2023". Chess.com. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  18. ↑ ChessBase India (2023-10-14). I didn't expect to draw against both India and South Korea no.1 - IM Nubairshah | Qatar Masters 2023. Retrieved 2025-02-13 – via YouTube.
  19. ↑ "The Coronation of the 18th World Chess Champion - D Gukesh - ChessBase India". www.chessbase.in. 2024-12-13. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  20. ↑ Hindi ChessBase India (2020-06-03). जब भारत के Nubairshah नें अमेरिका के Nakamura को दी मात !. Retrieved 2025-02-13 – via YouTube.
  21. ↑ "Nakamura, Hikaru". ratings.fide.com. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  22. ↑ MoreToChess (2023-05-03). IM Nubairshah Defeats Arjun in a Beautiful Match | ChessKid Cup 2023 | Nubairshah vs Arjun. Retrieved 2025-02-13 – via YouTube.
  23. ↑ "Chess: IM nubair1198 vs GM Dr-Bassem". Chess.com. Retrieved 2025-02-13.
  24. ↑ Progresser aux échecs avec Marc Quenehen (2023-10-23). Triple fianchettos dans cette ouverture, un de trop ?. Retrieved 2025-02-13 – via YouTube.
  25. ↑ "Marc Quenehen (@MarcQuenehen) on X". X (formerly Twitter). Archived from the original on 2025-02-13. Retrieved 2025-02-27.

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