Mumbai, Dec. 17 -- Alpine SG Pipers stormed their way into title contention by registering their second consecutive victory, according to a release.

UpGrad Mumba Masters and defending champions Triveni Continental Kings also registered comfortable wins to maintain their advantage in the Global Chess League (GCL), a joint initiative of Tech Mahindra and FIDE.

The Pipers beat Fyers American Gambits 10-4, upGrad Mumba Masters registered a dominating 18-2 win over PBG Alaskan Knights, while Triveni Continental Kings got the better of Ganges Grandmasters 11-6 at the Royal Opera House, a release said.

After Matchday 4, Mumba Masters and Triveni Continental Kings are both on nine match points, but the former is at the top of the leaderboard w...