15th Edition of Ethugalpura International Rating Chess Championship

Welcome to Ethugalpura

CLASH OF THE

CHAMPIONS

Join us at the 15th Ethugalpura International Chess Championship December 18th to 23rd 2025 at Kurunegala Blue Sky Hotel for a thrilling battle of minds, where champions rise and legends are made!

Ethugalpura On Digital !

Pairings &

Live

Legacy

& Opportunity

For 15 years, Ethugalpura has been the tournament every serious player dreams of winning. Record-breaking participation, FIDE ratings, substantial prizes, and unmatched facilities make this your opportunity to compete at the highest level. Don’t just watch from the sidelines—step up, register, and write your own chess story with us.

15th Edition of Ethugalpura

What's

Special?

Incresed Prize Fund

♟ 1. Prize Fund Increased by Rs. 600,000.00!
– A massive upgrade from last year, giving players greater rewards and recognition.

Record-Breaking Participation!

❄ 3. Fully Air-Conditioned Facilities
– This time not only for players, but for all parents and accompanying persons as well.

Fully Air-Conditioned Facilities

– Last year, for the first time in Sri Lankan history, over 1000 players took part in a single international event!
– This trust, belief, and strong bond with players & parents motivates us to do even better.


A Proud History of Excellence

Since 2009, the Ethugalpura International Chess Championship has been Sri Lanka’s premier chess event. Founded by the Knights Flame Chess Club under the leadership of President IA Werochana Perera, we’ve grown from a modest 204 participants to over 1,000 players, making us the largest and most prestigious chess tournament in the country.

16

Years in Excellence

1000+

Players in 2024

Have

any questions?

Contact Us

Hotline :+94 72 313 0616
Email :info@ethugalpura.com

Accmmodation

Manoj Weerasinghe : +94716130616
Lakmali Wimalarathne :+94771911057