The country's first GM was held by Jamal Ahmed of Uttaradikar Sangsad. However, his three other GM mates -- Dao Thein Hai, GM Iuldashev Saidali and Nguyen Anh Dung -- came out winners to give the leaders a 3.5-0.5 points victory.

The day's outcome raised their collection to 22 points, 1.5 points more than second placed Bangladesh Biman. The national flag carrier outplayed Bangladesh Ansar 4-0 while and Muktijoddha, who are third with 20 points, beat Friends Chess Power 3.5-0.5.

In other matches, Narayanganj City Chess Club blanked Rajshahi Daba Unnayon Sangstha 4-0, Destiny 2000 checkmated Anushillan Daba Krira Chakra 3.5-0.5, Dhaka University Chess Team beat Mohakhali Prodeep Sangha 2.5-1.5 and Farashganj Sporting Club drew with Titas Club 2-2 while Star Vision Chess Team also spilt points with Sonali Bank.