Nihal Sarin’s defeat on the third board proved decisive, while Praggnanandhaa, Erigaisi, and Gukesh all drew their matches. Uzbekistan now leads with 12 points; India sits at 10. Meanwhile, India’s women’s team is on the verge of a big win against the USA, with Savitha Shri securing a crucial victory. For the men, climbing back will take more than just good play; it’ll need near-perfect execution in every remaining round. The pressure’s on, but this is exactly where champions are tested.