Ali Yazdani

Ali Yazdani (ali1375y) - The Rising Chess Maverick

Meet Ali Yazdani, known around the chessboard as ali1375y, a player whose passion for the game is matched only by his rollercoaster ride through the ranks of Bullet, Blitz, Rapid, and Daily chess battles. With a rapid-fire style and a mix of tactical brilliancy and occasional bouts of “early resignation” (hey, nobody’s perfect), Ali's journey is a thrilling blend of dramatic checkmates, nail-biting time scrambles, and an uncanny knack for snatching victories from tight spots.

Career Highlights

• Peak Ratings: A blitz peak of 500 (June 2025), bullet at a sizzling 532 (Feb 2025), and a rapid peak rating touching 864 (Feb 2024).
• Daily Chess Champion: Perfect 800 peak rating in November 2024, achieved with just one flawless game!
• Winning Streak Legend: Once rode a stunning 9-game winning streak, proving that Ali can be a fearsome force once in the zone.

Playing Style & Strategy

Ali is a balanced player, showing nearly equal prowess playing White (50.47% wins) and Black (49.69% wins). His games average around 49 moves to victory, indicating that he’s not just about quick tricks but also enjoys a good strategic tussle. Ali's endgame shows up in about half his games, a testament to his fighting spirit beyond the opening and middlegame skirmishes.

Not one to give up easily, Ali boasts a remarkable 75% comeback rate when things look grim—if he loses a piece, watch out for the epic turnaround! However, he does have a small “early resignation” habit, clocking in at about 4.23%, perhaps an ongoing battle between hope and pragmatism.

Favorite Openings

Ali’s opening repertoire is as versatile as his game mood:

• Blitz Favorites: Kings Pawn Opening with a nearly even 50% win rate; Scandinavian Defense where he shines with a 71% success rate; and that sneaky Geller System in the Pirc Defense boasting a solid 69% win rate.
• Bullet Battles: A fondness for the Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation, played 175 times, winning over half.
• Rapid Razzle-Dazzle: Prefers the Philidor Defense despite a tough 41% win rate, showing a willingness to play complex positions.
• Daily Delight: Loves the classic Kings Pawn Opening – a perfect 100% win record in his limited forays!

Recent Memorable Games

Ali’s most recent blaze of glory was a dazzling checkmate victory (with White) against the opponent 19103job on June 1, 2025. The game featured the Sicilian Defense and culminated in a queen promotion to a checkmate on move 27—talk about finishing with a flourish!

On the flip side, Ali’s latest setback was a narrow time loss to birgaripkeloglan, a reminder that even the sharpest minds can slip when the clock ticks too loud.

Psychological and Time Insights

Ali’s tilt factor stands at 12, meaning frustration visits, but never stays too long. Interestingly, his best time to battle is early morning at 5 AM, a perfect hour for those who like their chess like their coffee: sharp and invigorating.

His winning percentages fluctuate throughout the day, peaking in the evening hours (especially around 19:00 with a spicy 57% win rate). So if you see Ali online at night, better bring your A-game!

Fun Facts

• Ali’s games often end with a spectacular combination or resignation, with checkmate wins outnumbering resignation victories by a good margin.
• Despite some rough patches (hello, 12-game losing streak!), Ali’s fightback rate and comeback spirit are admirable.
• When facing opponents below his rating, Ali tends to dominate, winning over 82% of games. Against higher-rated foes, it’s a tough playground with more losses—keeps the adrenaline pumping!

Whether Ali Yazdani is quietly calculating for hours or racing against the clock in bullet duels, one thing’s for sure: his chess journey remains a compelling saga of grit, growth, and the glorious thrill of the game.