Zia ‘Bangladesh’s best’ with legacy unparalleled

Bangladeshi Grandmaster Abdullah Al Rakib shared memories of fellow GM Ziaur Rahman, who passed away during the National Chess Championship. Rakib described Zia as a friendly, ethical person who treated him like a younger brother. He highlighted Zia’s dedication to chess and his significant contributions to the sport in Bangladesh. Rakib emphasized their supportive relationship as teammates and opponents, stating that Zia was arguably Bangladesh’s best chess player performance-wise.  Source:Daily Star