Defending champions Triveni Continental Kings secured a narrow 9-7 victory over Alpine Sg Pipers, clinching the last spot in the finals. They will face the PBG Alaskan Knights in the championship on Saturday.

London, 11 October 2024: Friday marked the final day of matches at the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League, where two teams advanced to the finals. Despite three matches taking place, all eyes were on the decisive clash between second-placed Alpine Sg Pipers and Triveni Continental Kings, battling directly for the remaining spot in the finals. The Pipers entered with 18 match points and 81 game points, while Triveni had 15 match points but a higher game point tally of 90. A Triveni win would push them past the Pipers for the final spot.