Shihab CHESS

18/04/2026

🏆 STAR PERFORMER SPOTLIGHT 🏆
​FAIZAN FAROOQUE
​FIDE ID: 33426678
​We are immensely proud to highlight the extraordinary journey of our student, Faizan Farooque, whose dedication and strategic brilliance have led to a spectacular collection of titles across India and the UAE! ♟️✨
​🌟 CHAMPION’S PROFILE
​School: Abu Dhabi Indian School – Muroor (Grade VIII)
​Leadership: Autumn House Captain
​Base: Abu Dhabi, UAE
​🥇 CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
​🌍 INTERNATIONAL & UAE STAGE:
​GOLD MEDAL: 28th Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival (U-10 Academy Blitz)
​CHAMPION: ADNOC Chess Tournament, Abu Dhabi
​CHAMPION: Fujairah Open Blitz Chess Tournament (U-10)
​GOLD MEDAL: CBSE UAE Cluster Chess Tournament (U-19 Category - 2023 & 2025)
​GOLD MEDAL: ADEK Cup (Abu Dhabi Dept. of Education & Knowledge)
​SILVER MEDAL: Under 13 UAE National School Chess Championship
​GOLD MEDAL: Fathima bint Mubarak Chess Tournament (U-16)
​🇮🇳 NATIONAL & DISTRICT STAGE:
​GOLD MEDAL: Kerala Rise 2025 (Malappuram District)
​NATIONAL PARTICIPANT: CBSE National Chess Tournament (Udaipur & Noida)
​🚀 START YOUR SUCCESS STORY TODAY!
​At ShihabCHESS, we provide the structured training that turns talented players into International Champions.
​♟️ Admissions Open for Online Group Classes

21/09/2025

Abdul Hadi, our student, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing second place in the Under-10 category at the VV Balram Memorial Kerala Open Chess Tournament in Kannur. 🎉🏆👏💪🎊

24/07/2025

🌟 *History in the Making!* 🌟
🇮🇳 *All-Indian World Cup Final – Women's Chess 2025* 🏆

For the first time ever, two Indian queens of chess — *Koneru Humpy* and *Divya Deshmukh* — have stormed their way into the finals of the *Women's Chess World Cup 2025*! 🔥

This historic moment marks a powerful statement: Indian women are not just keeping pace with their male counterparts in world chess — they are *outshining* them.

Yet, even today, our women champions often receive less spotlight than men. Let's hope this landmark achievement sparks a new era of recognition, respect, and *revolution* in Indian women's chess.

👏 A tremendous feat. A proud moment. A reminder that *our queens are unstoppable!* ♟️👑

22/07/2025

ഇന്റർനാഷണൽ ചെസ്സ് ഡേയുടെ ഭാഗമായി ചെസ്സ് കേരളയും പ്രീമിയർ അക്കാദമിയും സംയുക്തമായി പൂക്കോട്ടൂരിൽ വെച്ച് സംഘടിപ്പിച്ച കേരള റൈസ് 2025 ചെസ്സ് ടൂർണമെന്റിൽ മറ്റു അക്കാദമികളെ ബഹുദൂരം പിന്നിലാക്കി "ShihabCHESS".

ആറു വിഭാഗങ്ങൾ നാലിലും ഒന്നാം സ്ഥാനം ShihabCHESS ലെ ക്കുട്ടികൾ കരസ്ഥമാക്കി.

Congratulations dear 👍🩷

08/06/2025

🇮🇳 Arjun Erigaisi – India’s Silent No. 1

In the current Indian chess scene, the spotlight often shines on dramatic headlines — a miraculous comeback, a famous opponent defeated, or a teenage prodigy breaking into the elite. Yet, in the midst of this noise, one player is quietly and confidently leading the way: Arjun Erigaisi.

As of June 2025, Arjun is India’s No. 1 chess player with a stellar FIDE rating of 2782, ahead of Gukesh D (2776) and R Praggnananda (2767). These three, along with Aravindh Chidambaram (2749), form a golden generation of Indian chess talent. But Arjun’s path is distinct.

While the world watched Gukesh defeat Magnus Carlsen in Norway — a game that flipped from a completely lost position into a famous win — Erigaisi’s victory over Carlsen was different. It wasn't a swindle, nor a dramatic blunder by the World No. 1. It was a clean, brutal checkmate — a masterclass in controlled aggression and precision.

Yet, Arjun’s quiet demeanor and low-profile approach often mean less media attention, despite consistent high-level performances. He doesn’t “slam the table,” so to speak — he just plays brilliant chess.

In a world increasingly driven by hype, Erigaisi is a reminder that substance matters more than spectacle. His dedication, deep preparation, and calm ex*****on are shaping him into one of the strongest grandmasters India has ever produced.

Let’s celebrate not just the flashy moments — but also the excellence that speaks softly.
Arjun Erigaisi deserves it.

19/03/2025

നിരവധി ചാമ്പ്യന്മാരെ സൃഷ്ടിച്ച് മലപ്പുറം ജില്ലയിലെ ആദ്യത്തെ പ്രൊഫഷണൽ അക്കാദമി ഒന്നാം വർഷത്തിലേക്ക്.
5 വയസ്സ് മുതൽ 15 വയസ്സ് വരെയുള്ള കുട്ടികൾക്കാണ് പ്രവേശനം.

10/02/2025

Celebrating my 5th year on Facebook. Thank you for your continuing support. I could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

07/02/2025

07/02/2025

Malappuram District Inter School Championship 2025
Children achieve through Shihab CHESS Chess Training Academy 🏆🎉👏

06/02/2025

All Fouz Jamia English School emerges victorious, winning the overall 1st trophy in HS to HSS Girls Category at Malappuram District Inter School Chess Championship 2025, following training from Shihab Chess 🏆🎉👏💪