Overview
Aleksandr Kirichenko (username: aleksandrkirichenko) is an energetic online rapid-player known for mixing cheeky traps with long, grinding wins. Prefering Rapid time control, Aleksandr combines bold opening choices with a stubborn endgame — games often stretch toward the 50-move mark. Peak online form: 1211 (2023-11-28).
Playing Style
Aleksandr is a tactically-minded player who loves complications and comebacks. Opponents should beware early tricks, but also prepare for long fights: Aleksandr averages nearly 50 moves in wins and frequently returns from bad positions.
- Preferred time control: Rapid (aggressive, time-pressured play)
- Avg moves per win: ~50; avg moves per loss: ~45
- Comeback rate: very high — a knack for turning tables in trouble
- Early resignation rate: low (~5%) — usually fights to the end
- Best time of day: plays best around 17:00
Openings & Favorite Lines
Aleksandr enjoys surprise value and offbeat systems as much as solid structures. A fan of the Amazon Attack and the Elephant Gambit, Aleksandr is happy steering games into unusual territory where tactics decide the day.
- Most-played & successful: Amazon Attack, Elephant Gambit, French Defense
- Tricky choices: Blackburne Shilling Gambit, Barnes Opening: Walkerling
- Solid returns: QGA lines and several French Defense variations
Try a typical flash-opening sequence to get a feel (replayable):
Career Highlights & Trends
- Long-term Rapid record: very active with thousands of rated Rapid games and an overall even win/loss balance — a gritty competitor.
- Peak forms tend to show up in late-year bursts (notably strong stretches around November 2023).
- Streaks: capable of long winning streaks (best streak 12) but has also endured tough runs (longest losing streak 13).
- Time-performance edge: best win rate in late afternoon hours and on Thursdays; top hourly win rates near 17:00 and 18:00.
Head-to-Head & Notable Opponents
Aleksandr has a sizable positive record versus frequent opponent nataliin — a friendly rivalry with many decisive games. Other regular foes include rabbiitttttttt and ruslan31333.
- nataliin — head-to-head roughly: 31 wins, 14 losses, 2 draws
- rabbiitttttttt — 6 wins, 3 losses
- most-played opponent overall: nataliin (47 games)
Recent Form & Practical Notes
In recent months Aleksandr has shown renewed consistency in Rapid play, with several month-long stretches of + results. The player tends to perform better when slightly stronger on the clock and likes to steer games into messy middlegames where tactical awareness shines.
- Strength-adjusted winrate (Rapid): around even against similarly rated opponents
- Endgame frequency: plays many games that reach complex endgames
- Psychological note: tilt factor present but manageable — brief cooling-off periods help
Fun Facts
- Avg first capture happens around move 6 — Aleksandr likes to test opening waters before trading.
- Has a soft spot for bold gambits — you might see the Elephant Gambit before breakfast.
- Often wins by attrition: long games, slow pressure, and the occasional tactical knockout.
Want to Follow or Challenge?
If you're preparing to face aleksandrkirichenko, study the Amazon Attack and Elephant Gambit lines, aim to avoid premature simplifications, and be ready for a long, tactical battle. Good luck — and bring a coffee.