India, Dec. 2 -- For all the hype and expectations surrounding the Big 3 of Indian Chess at the recently concluded World Cup, it was the veteran P Harikrishna who perhaps impressed the most. The 39-year-old reached the Round of 16 in a competition known for its challenging knockout format.

But as the dust settles from his "best World Cup performance so far," the world No.35 is changing roles for his next assignment. At the third season of the Global Chess League (GCL), which takes place in Mumbai from December 14, India's sixth Grandmaster will feature as a non-playing captain for Mumba Masters.

"As a player, you know what you would like to get (when you are preparing)," Harikrishna said to HT, about the changing roles. "But if you are ...