Akmal Fayzullaev: The International Master with a Blitzy Punch
Meet Akmal Fayzullaev, an International Master (IM) whose chess skills are as dazzling as his opening repertoire is secretive. Though the world may never know the full extent of his "Top Secret" openings, the stats reveal a player comfortable across all formats—be it Blitz, Rapid, or Bullet—and capable of outwitting opponents with both speed and strategy.
Early Days & Rise
Starting with humble Blitz ratings around the 1600s back in 2017, Akmal rapidly ascended the ranks. By 2021, he had blitzed his way to an astonishing peak rating of 2689—a number that chess engines might envy but humans can only admire. Rapid and Bullet ratings followed suit, topping out at 2406 and 2621 respectively, proving his adaptability across different time controls.
Master of the Arena
With a Blitz win rate of about 54.7% across nearly 1400 games in "Top Secret" openings alone, Akmal has demonstrated resilience and strategic depth. Fun fact: he boasts a longest winning streak of 26 games, showing that once he hits his stride, it's tough to stop him. And don't let his losses fool you—he comes back from disadvantages with an impressive 80.7% success rate at comebacks, making him the proverbial phoenix on the board.
Style & Play
Known for thorough and lengthy battles (his average moves per win hover around 74), Akmal truly enjoys the dance of the endgame—seen in over 75% of his games. He tends to play the white pieces with a slightly higher success rate (57%) but black is no afterthought, boasting a solid 54% win rate. And if you think he's quick to quit, think again: Akmal’s early resignation rate is a modest 3%, proving he fights till the last pawn drop.
The Psychological Warrior
Ever wonder when Akmal performs best? Midnight oil is definitely his friend, with an 80% win rate around 00:00 hours. His tilt factor, a mere 12, suggests he rarely lets losses get to him—though any chess player can appreciate the struggle of a tough loss now and then.
Recent Battles
On August 21, 2024, Akmal secured a victory using the classic Queen's Gambit Declined against the formidable opponent Spring199, winning on time after a thrilling endgame that featured clever pawn pushes and rook maneuvers. Earlier that same day, he notched another win against Nannn9, demonstrating his mastery with the English Opening. Of course, even the best stumble occasionally; his recent losses to strong players remind us that every IM is always learning.
A Final Word
Whether you face him online or over the board, beware: Akmal Fayzullaev's blend of tactical awareness, marathon endgames, and relentless spirit make him a worthy adversary. And if you manage to crack his "Top Secret" opening plans, you just might get to celebrate a hard-fought game. Until then, enjoy the mystery and magic of a true International Master.
"Beware the calmness before the storm—Akmal’s moves are quietly plotting their thunder."
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| yandarus | 19W / 9L / 0D | |
| chesssknock | 9W / 12L / 3D | |
| Georgi Filev | 8W / 8L / 1D | |
| federicosellitti | 5W / 10L / 1D | |
| russian_kms | 9W / 6L / 1D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2321 | 2529 | ||
| 2024 | 2418 | 2543 | ||
| 2023 | 2544 | 1774 | ||
| 2022 | 2550 | 1685 | ||
| 2021 | 2418 | 2553 | 1501 | |
| 2020 | 2239 | 2368 | 2406 | |
| 2019 | 2160 | 1508 | ||
| 2017 | 1750 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0W / 1L / 0D | 0W / 1L / 1D | 95.0 |
| 2024 | 1W / 1L / 0D | 2W / 1L / 0D | 75.2 |
| 2023 | 23W / 12L / 1D | 20W / 15L / 3D | 85.6 |
| 2022 | 26W / 30L / 6D | 24W / 34L / 4D | 77.7 |
| 2021 | 240W / 193L / 30D | 220W / 212L / 24D | 79.8 |
| 2020 | 135W / 54L / 5D | 135W / 58L / 2D | 68.3 |
| 2019 | 31W / 12L / 1D | 27W / 16L / 0D | 57.8 |
| 2017 | 1W / 0L / 0D | 1W / 0L / 0D | 51.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slav Defense | 54 | 32 | 19 | 3 | 59.3% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 37 | 23 | 13 | 1 | 62.2% |
| East Indian Defense | 34 | 17 | 15 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 28 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 27 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 40.7% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 27 | 16 | 9 | 2 | 59.3% |
| King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Bobotsov-Korchnoi-Petrosian Variation | 25 | 14 | 11 | 0 | 56.0% |
| King's Indian Defense: Kazakh Variation | 25 | 16 | 8 | 1 | 64.0% |
| King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Delayed Fianchetto | 24 | 11 | 12 | 1 | 45.8% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 24 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 83.3% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alekhine Defense | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Australian Defense | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 57.1% |
| Amazon Attack | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Amar Gambit | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Czech Defense | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| French Defense | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Scotch Game | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 20.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bishop's Opening: Horwitz Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Budapest: 3...Ng4 4.e3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Döry Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 26 | 0 |
| Losing | 12 | 0 |