About anshhikas
anshhikas is a chess streamer who brings speed, smiles, and sharp tactical sparks to the online board. Embracing Rapid as the preferred battlefield, they blend crisp decisions with playful commentary, turning each game into a mini show for the chat. From aggressive openers to stubborn endgames, anshhikas treats every position like a puzzle with a punchline.
In the wild world of online chess, this player has carved a niche as a quick-witted competitor who can flip a swingy position into a learning moment for viewers. Their streams invite fans to join the thinking process, celebrate the good moves, and laugh at the inevitable blunders that make chess so human.
Streaming journey
anshhikas streams regularly, mixing rapid-fire games with thoughtful commentary and a welcoming community. Viewers tune in not only for the moves but for the explanations, jokes, and the occasional friendly rivalry in the chat. The stream rhythm mirrors the pace of Rapid chess itself: fast, engaging, and always ready to pivot when a clever tactic appears.
Profile: anshhikas
Playing style
Rapid is the playground, and anshhikas loves it. The playing style leans into dynamic positions, with a strong focus on endgames and practical decision-making. The player shows resilience in rough spots and a knack for seizing initiative in fast time controls.
- Endgame frequency: high (57.84%)
- Comeback rate after losing a piece: 44%
- Avg moves per win: about 53
- Avg moves per loss: around 65
- Longest winning streak: 8 games
- Longest losing streak: 9 games
Openings and highlights
anshhikas experiments across a wide repertoire in Rapid, with a taste for aggressive and tactical lines. Notable openings seen in Rapid include:
- Amazon Attack — 112 games (Rapid): 61 wins, 44 losses, 7 draws
- Blackburne Shilling Gambit — 54 games (Rapid): 30 wins, 22 losses, 2 draws
- Petrov's Defense — 31 games (Rapid): 14 wins, 16 losses, 1 draw
There are also explorations into London System variations and other aggressive setups that keep the streams lively and educational for fans watching the trends unfold move by move.
Notable moments and stats (glimpses)
Rapid peak: 749 rating achieved in 2025, with a strong season of dense activity through late 2024 into 2025. The player balances big swings with steady learning, often sharing the thought process aloud for the audience. Streaks and daily play patterns reflect a lively, evolving game plan that keeps viewers guessing and learning.
For a concise snapshot of recent performance, a quick chart can help visualize the Rapid trajectory: [[Chart|Rating|Rapid|TimeClass|2022-2025]].
Fun facts
- Preferred time control: Rapid
- Active in streaming and community events, often welcoming new viewers to the channel
- Engages with opponents and fans alike, turning every game into a dialog
Links and quick reads
Interested in the profile or recent games? Explore more through internal references and game records as the channel updates: anshhikas
Sample game excerpt
Hi anshhikas – personalised coaching report
What you already do well
- Active piece play. You often bring knights to advanced squares early (e.g. Nb5-Nd5 in your win vs atomicrasta) which puts real pressure on opponents.
- Initiative-seeking pawn breaks. Pushes such as d4-d5 or c4-c5 keep the game lively and create tactics in your favour.
- Good tactical vision when the king is safe & time is ample. Many of your victories come from spotting forks or mating nets first.
Main themes to improve next
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King safety in the early middlegame
In the recent loss to hirat0 a g-file weakness led to mate on move 19.
Critical sequence:
➜ Before pushing pieces forward, ask “What squares near my king are weak?” Guard g2/g7 and back-rank squares. -
Time management
Four of the last five losses (e.g. vs adityasahu75 and d4_d5_c4_qg) were on time in equal positions.
• Move instantly in forced recaptures (use premove).
• Practise 3 + 2 or 5 + 5 games to build a “safety buffer”.
• When <15 s, choose simple forcing moves rather than searching for the perfect continuation.
clearly shows your win-rate drops when the clock gets low. -
Converting won endgames
The Vienna Game vs hamitkoc was two pawns up yet slipped away. Study basic rook endgame rules (rooks behind passed pawns, cut the enemy king) and king-and-pawn technique. Five endgame puzzles a day will pay off quickly. -
Streamlined opening repertoire
1.Nc3 is fun, but also spend time on classical setups to learn standard patterns.
• As White: try the straightforward Italian Game.
• As Black vs 1.e4: continue 1…e5 but keep the “four golden moves” in mind: Nf6, Nc6, Bc5, d6.
Build the habit: develop minor pieces, castle, connect rooks – then attack. -
Tactical sharpening
Most setbacks come from missed forks and pins – work on these motifs:
• Queen-bishop batteries on the b1–h7 / b8–h2 diagonal.
• Knight forks on e6/d6/f7/f2.
• Back-rank mates – always leave luft.
Aim for a 2 000 blitz puzzle rating; daily Puzzle Rush or 20 mixed puzzles is the fastest route.
7-day micro-training plan
- Day 1-2: 30 tactical puzzles + watch one annotated Italian Game.
- Day 3: Play five 5 + 5 games focusing purely on the clock.
- Day 4-5: Endgame module 1 (king & pawn; rook activity).
- Day 6: Self-annotate the loss to hirat0 spotting missed defences.
- Day 7: Rest – one relaxed game, review highlights only.
Motivation corner
Your current personal best is 505 (2025-02-01). With the five improvements above, 700+ is easily reachable within two months. Remember: improve king safety, move a little faster, and calculate one extra move – the victories will follow.Good luck and enjoy the journey!
— CoachBot
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Anirudh Bhutani | 14W / 35L / 0D | |
| brusk-guy | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| jokerrama | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| rodrigofabrega | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| midodragon1 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| inda_93 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| mamutr1969 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| mirandjela | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| francescofurno | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| nowstarr | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Anirudh Bhutani | 14W / 35L / 0D | |
| jaiho2007 | 1W / 10L / 1D | |
| dr-doofenshmirtz | 5W / 3L / 0D | |
| definitelynotrahul | 3W / 1L / 0D | |
| snackywastaken | 3W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 612 | 460 | 721 | 427 |
| 2024 | 291 | 637 | 588 | |
| 2023 | 169 | |||
| 2022 | 173 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 132W / 131L / 11D | 126W / 161L / 10D | 62.8 |
| 2024 | 125W / 111L / 22D | 120W / 120L / 12D | 60.6 |
| 2023 | 0W / 0L / 0D | 0W / 0L / 1D | 163.0 |
| 2022 | 0W / 1L / 0D | 0W / 0L / 0D | 66.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 113 | 62 | 44 | 7 | 54.9% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 84 | 45 | 33 | 6 | 53.6% |
| Four Knights Game | 56 | 27 | 28 | 1 | 48.2% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 55 | 30 | 23 | 2 | 54.5% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 52 | 23 | 27 | 2 | 44.2% |
| Amar Gambit | 52 | 26 | 22 | 4 | 50.0% |
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 42 | 18 | 22 | 2 | 42.9% |
| Barnes Defense | 34 | 13 | 19 | 2 | 38.2% |
| Petrov's Defense | 32 | 14 | 17 | 1 | 43.8% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 25 | 16 | 9 | 0 | 64.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Knights Game | 11 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 27.3% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 10 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 62.5% |
| Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 57.1% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 66.7% |
| French Defense | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Bishop's Opening: 3.d3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Colle: 3...Bf5, Alekhine Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Döry Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 8 | 0 |
| Losing | 9 | 3 |