In this episode, we dive into one of the most heated debates in modern chess: is Gukesh Dommaraju a “true” world champion? After Garry Kasparov’s controversial comments questioning the weight of Gukesh’s crown, the chess world has been divided. We look at the history of the world championship title, Kasparov’s criticism, Gukesh’s impressive 2025 results, and the bigger question of what it really means to be champion in today’s chess era. From comparisons with Fischer, Karpov, and Carlsen to the pressures of being 19 and carrying India’s hopes, this is a discussion you won’t want to miss.