In the seventh round, Nikesh was defeated by Danuska M.A.N (rated 1968) and by Amarsena (rated 1914) in the 8th round. Monalisa lost to Lankan players Cooray Sakuni and Abeywickrana in 7th and 8th rounds.
Asian Zonal chess championship from March 18
Chief Election Commissioner Bhuwan KC said the schedule slipped due to an unexpectedly high number of candidates, forcing officials to continue verification work through the night. The election secret...