International Masters Mohammad Fahad Rahman and Abu Sufian Shakil progressed to the quarterfinals of the Spectrum Bangladesh National Cup Chess after winning tie-breaking matches on February 20, 2026, in Dhaka. Several other players also advanced through their second-round victories.
The Spectrum Bangladesh National Cup Chess tournament took place at the Chess Federation hall-room in Dhaka on February 20, 2026. In the second-round tie-breaking matches, IM Mohammad Fahad Rahman defeated Golam Mostafa Bhuiyan 2-0 in rapid chess, securing his spot in the quarterfinals. Similarly, IM Abu Sufian Shakil drew 1-1 with CM Avik Sarker in rapid chess before winning 2-0 in blitz chess to advance.
Earlier in the day, several players had already qualified for the quarterfinals by winning their regular second-round matches. These included IM Manon Reaa Neer, FIDE Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia, FIDE Master Subrota Biswas, International Master Md. Minhaz Uddin, FIDE Master Syed Mahfuzur Rahman, and FIDE Master Mohammad Javed.
The event highlights ongoing competitive chess activity in Bangladesh, with these advancements setting the stage for the quarterfinal stage.