The FIDE Women's World Cup 2025 in Batumi, Georgia, is set for a historic all-Indian final as veteran Grandmaster Koneru Humpy (World No. 5) takes on the rising star Divya Deshmukh (World No. 18). This marks the first time in the event's history that two Indian players will contest the final, guaranteeing an Indian champion.
Both players navigated a challenging knockout tournament, notably overcoming formidable Chinese opposition in their respective semifinals. Humpy, the 38-year-old World Rapid champion, demonstrated her enduring class and nerves of steel by defeating top seed Lei Tingjie in a thrilling tie-break. Meanwhile, 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh continued her impressive run, showcasing exceptional skill to overcome former World Champion Tan Zhongyi.
This final is more than just a battle for the World Cup title; it's a fascinating generational clash. Humpy, with a career spanning over three decades, is one of the world's greatest female players, consistently proving her mettle against younger opponents. On the other side, Divya Deshmukh represents the exciting future of Indian chess, having already stunned several top-ranked players on her path to the final.
Both Humpy and Deshmukh have already secured their spots in next year's Women's Candidates' Tournament, adding another layer of achievement to their World Cup journey.
The final will be played in the Classical Chess format on Saturday (July 26, 2025) and Sunday (July 27, 2025). If the scores are level after these two games, a Rapid format tie-breaker will be held on Monday (July 28, 2025) to determine the champion.
Regardless of who emerges victorious, the Koneru Humpy vs. Divya Deshmukh final promises a captivating display of chess and will undoubtedly be a memorable moment for Indian sports fans, solidifying India's growing dominance in the world of chess.
Divya Deshmukh vs Koneru Humpy, FIDE Women’s World Cup Final - Live Streaming Details
When will the Divya Deshmukh vs Koneru Humpy, FIDE Women’s World Cup Final be played?
The FIDE Women's World Cup between Divya Deshmukh and Koneru Humpy will be played over two days - Saturday (July 26) and Sunday (July 27) in classical format. If there is no winner after the two days, the match will move to Monday (July 28) as a tie-breaker.
What is the winning prize of the FIDE Women’s World Cup Final?
The winner of the FIDE Women’s World Cup final will take home $50,000 (Rs 41.6 lakh), while the runner-up will receive $35,000 (Rs 29.1 lakh).
Where to watch the live-streaming of the Divya Deshmukh vs Koneru Humpy, FIDE Women’s World Cup Final?
The Divya Deshmukh vs Koneru Humpy, FIDE Women’s World Cup Final, will be streamed live on FIDE's YouTube channel.
