- Bodhana Sivanandan has +900 odds to win the 2026 Chess World Championship.
- Sivanandan became the youngest girl to beat a Chess Grandmaster.
- Magnus Carlson has -150 odds to beat Bodhana Sivanandan head to head.
GOA, India – After becoming the youngest girl to beat a Chess Grandmaster at 10 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has lit up the media and betting odds board a year in advance from the 2026 Chess World Championship.
Currently on legal sports betting sites, she is being given +900 odds to win the 2026 Chess World Championship as she quickly climbs ranks as one of the best players in the world. While many would be cautious in betting on such a young player and this early, there is plenty backing her already.
Bodhana Sivanandan To Win The 2026 World Chess Championship
- Yes +900
Sivanandan Making History
At just 10 years old, the list of her accolades is bigger than that of some that have been playing for years. It includes finishing as the top ranked girl under-8 in blitz in 2022, winning the Triple Crown World Under-8 championship in 2023, first place in the Girls Under-18 UK Chess Challenge, and a top-30 finish in the British Chess Championship in 2025.
Her recent play has also stood out as of late, as she is currently riding an 11-match win streak at the time of writing.
What is really putting her over the top here is that this year, she became the youngest ever female to defeat a grandmaster back in August 2025. Her victory came against Peter Wells in the British Chess Championships.
At her +900 chess odds to win the 2026 world championship, a $50 wager would pay out $450 in total profit.
More Odds For Bodhana Sivanandan
Age Bodhana Sivanandan Becomes A Grand Master
- Before or During Age 11 -150
- Age 12 or Older +110
Head To Head: Magnus Carlson Vs. Bodhana Sivanandan
- Magnus Carlson -150
- Bodhana Sivanandan +110
Looking at her odds to be a Chess Grand Master, she would need to complete three requirements, including a 2500+ FIDE rating, Three 2600+ performance norms, and Valid FIDE-rated events. She has currently only completed the FIDE-rated events.
As for her odds against Magnus Carlson, it makes sense that Carlson is favored as he is the number one overall player in the world. There is currently no exhibition match between the two scheduled.
