15-time national chess champion Ziaur Rahman, a Bangladeshi Grandmaster, died of a heart attack during the Bangladesh National Chess Championship at age 50.

15-time national chess champion Ziaur Rahman, a Grandmaster from Bangladesh, died from a heart attack during the 12th round of the Bangladesh National Chess Championship at age 50. Known for his frequent participation in Indian tournaments, Rahman earned his International Master title in 1993 and his Grandmaster title in 2002. The news of his sudden death has caused shock and grief among the global chess community.

July 05, 2024
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