Ding Liren's Best Games

Ding Liren's Best Games by Davorin Kuljasevic is an English-language chess book that combines detailed game analysis with a clear portrait of Ding Liren’s rise to the world title. It follows his career through the games that defined him, while also showing how his style, endgame technique and practical decisions shaped one of modern chess’s leading players.

What this book covers

Rather than presenting the games in isolation, Kuljasevic places them in the context of Ding Liren’s development as a player. The book traces his path from his early years in China to his victory over Ian Nepomniachtchi in the 2023 World Championship match in Astana, and it highlights the precision, rational play and strong endgame technique that are central to his chess.

It is also a study of how a top grandmaster handles pressure, learns from setbacks and adapts during play. That makes it especially useful for readers who want to understand modern elite chess as well as follow Ding Liren’s best games.

About the author

Davorin Kuljasevic is the author of this book. His work focuses on serious chess study and analysis, and here he brings that approach to one of the most important players in contemporary chess.

Edition information

• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Pages: 328
• Author: Davorin Kuljasevic
• Subject: Ding Liren's best games and chess career
• Coverage: From Ding Liren’s early years in China to the 2023 World Championship match in Astana
• Focus: Game analysis, style, endgame technique and practical decision-making