Alok Sharma

Alok Sharma (aloshar) - The Chess Adventurer

Alok Sharma, better known in the chess battlefields as aloshar, is a fearless competitor who has danced many tactical ballets on the 64 squares since 2020. Though not a grandmaster (yet!), Alok's journey is a testimony to persistence, resilience, and a peculiar knack for surviving nail-biting comebacks.

Rating Rollercoaster 🎢

Alok's ratings may seem modest compared to the chess elite: peaking at under 1400 in Blitz, just over 800 in Rapid, and flirting gently with 600 in Bullet. But don’t be fooled—these numbers hide a player with a strong tactical awareness. His comeback rate is a staggering 71.66% and incredibly, he boasts a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. Talk about turning the tables!

Playing Style & Psychology

Alok likes his games long and dramatic, averaging about 52 moves per game regardless of victory or defeat. An average endgame frequency of 53.42% shows he’s not afraid to grind it out till the bitter end. Early resignations are rare, only about 4.23%, proving that prefers to fight to the last move.

While his tilt factor hits 15, it's clear he balances frustration with determination. He also enjoys a subtle preference playing White, winning almost 49% of those games, slightly edging out his Black game.

Openings & Signature Moves

When it comes to openings, loves a diverse repertoire. His most favored Bullet opening is the Van t Kruijs Opening boasting a 51% win rate – a bold choice for the courageous.

Other beloved openings include the Scandinavian Defense, with a tidy 52.5% win rate in Bullet, and the Pirc Defense, holding steady at 52%. In Rapid, the King's Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation appears like a secret weapon with over 64% wins! No one can accuse Alok of playing it safe.

Victories & Rivalries

Alok has racked up nearly as many wins as losses: 2276 wins vs. 2289 losses in Bullet, 546-601 in Blitz, and 915-943 in Rapid, making each chess encounter a cliffhanger. Some opponents like davenderps, eryck1k, and magnuscarlsonbutgood have felt the sting of Alok’s 100% win rate, while others have managed to wrestle wins back.

Memorable Recent Games

His latest celebrated victory was a time-pressure win with the Queens Pawn Opening, where Alok's tactical flair and timing ticked all the right boxes (Game Link).

Despite occasional losses, Alok's game narratives are always rich with excitement and hard-fought battles—never one to surrender easily.

When Does Alok Shine?

Wednesday is his lucky day with a solid 50.74% win rate, and his sharpest moves come around late morning and early afternoon, especially at 11 AM boasting a 53.57% win rate. If you catch him playing at 14:00, be wary—he's scoring over 53% wins then too!

Fun Fact 📅

Alok's games often weave through hours of concentrated patience, averaging over 50 moves per match, either winning or losing. Persistence, not speed, is his game.

If you ever feel like losing hope in a tough game, channel Alok Sharma. He’s the player reminding us all that you can win even after losing a piece – just don’t give up, and maybe, just maybe, you’ll pull off a comeback worthy of a story!