Chess Showdown in Dhaka to Honor Pakistani Chess Maestro

News Desk

Islamabad: The High Commission of Pakistan in Dhaka and the Bangladesh Chess Federation are jointly organising the 1st Mian Sultan Khan Chess Tournament on February 24 to recognise the skill and celebrate the legacy of Pakistan’s iconic chess figure, Mian Sultan Khan.

“The High Commission for Pakistan in Dhaka and the Chess Federation in Bangladesh are organising a chess competition to celebrate skill, strategy, and the enduring legacy of one of the game’s most remarkable talents, Mian Sultan Khan,” the Pakistani High Commission wrote on X.

Mian Sultan Khan, an iconic figure in the chess world, was a true maestro who left an indelible mark on the game during the early 20th century and stunned the international chess community with his extraordinary abilities, earning the admiration of players and enthusiasts alike.

He won the British Championship three times and had tournament and match results that placed him among the top ten players in the world.

In recognition of his exceptional skills, the International Chess Federation conferred upon him the title of Grandmaster, posthumously, on February 2, 2024.

The high commission has called on chess enthusiasts to register themselves on Tinyurl.com/ms-khan to showcase their skills and strategies on the board.