He fought just twice more that year, but both were title defences.

It was shaping up to be the worst title defence in history.

The initial defence of his title was the first world championship held in Scotland.

However, he struggled very badly in his 1980 title defence, even failing to qualify for one race.

This contest is regarded as a successful title defence.

Chitalada made four more title defences after he regained the titles.

Forest opened the defence of their title with six draws in their first seven league matches.

But that would be his last title defence, as soon he decided to vacate the world title.

Anand's subsequent victory, therefore, was his third consecutive title defence.

Anand's next title defence will be in 2012 with London the front runner to host the twenty one day competition.