December 14, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s young chess sensation Oshini Gunawardena has climbed to the pinnacle of the global rankings, securing the number one position among Under-13 girls in the latest World Chess Federation (FIDE) listings.
The milestone reflects her consistent performances at international and regional tournaments recorded up to December 01, 2025. With an impressive rating of 2272, Oshini has edged ahead of a strong field of young competitors from leading chess nations.
An Indian player currently occupies the second spot in the category, followed by a rising talent from Kazakhstan in third place. FIDE revises its rankings each month, taking into account recent results and rating changes across youth and senior divisions worldwide.
Oshini’s achievement underscores the steady rise of Sri Lanka on the international chess stage and stands as a testament to her discipline, talent and commitment to excellence at a remarkably young age.
