India have never won gold in past editions of the Chess Olympiad, their best result being a bronze on two occasions, but find themselves in an ideal position to end that long wait in the 45th edition in Budapest.

R. Praggnanandhaa was in a spot of bother against Javokhir Sindarov but the Indian defended well to secure a draw. Arjun Erigaisi gained an early advantage against Shamsiddin Vokhidov and had his chance in the final moves but couldn't press through.

The draw ensures that India will head into the final two rounds of the Chess Olympiad with a slight advantage over the chasing pack — India have 17 points while the Uzbek team has 15.

D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi won with black pieces, while Vidit Gujrathi claimed victory with white. With three more rounds to go, the men's team is in a good position to bag India's first-ever Olympia

The Indian men's team are top of the standings, and the women's second, with two rounds to go. What are their chances?

Following Arjun's win, World Championship challenger D Gukesh put it across Parham Maghsoodloo with black pieces, swindling the Iranian towards the end of the first time-control.

India's women's chess team held the USA to a 2-2 draw, with Vantika Agrawal securing a crucial win. They must now win their final two rounds for gold

India, on sole lead with 17 match points, remains in a commanding position for the gold in the Open section and will face USA in Round 10 on Saturday