jayesh mishra

Jayesh Mishra (aka blunderkingj)

Meet Jayesh Mishra, a seasoned chess battler whose games are full of surprises, both for his opponents and sometimes even himself! Known online as blunderkingj, Jayesh proves that even the mightiest kings can tangle with their own blunders—but hey, that's part of the charm!

Rating Journey & Highlights

Jayesh began his chess journey in 2012 with modest ratings, gradually scaling the ladder with grit and determination. His peak ratings are nothing to scoff at: a striking Blitz peak at 2158 (April 2025), a blistering Bullet peak at 1860, and a Rapid peak at an impressive 2019!

His playing style leans toward the deeply strategic, with an impressive 61% Endgame frequency—clearly, he enjoys the drama of the final moves. Jayesh’s average moves per win hover around 56, which means his victories are battles, not sprints.

Playing Style: The Comeback Kid

Known for his gritty resilience, Jayesh boasts a 74.9% comeback rate. When the going gets tough, blunderkingj gets going! Despite the occasional slip—after all, the username is a self-aware wink to those infamous blunders—he rebounds like a champ. His psychological tilt factor is a humble 22, suggesting he keeps his cool better than most.

Favourite Openings & Win Rates

• Blitz: Jayesh’s trusty openings include the "Top Secret" (he wins 51.75% of those games) and the mighty "Nimzowitsch Defense Kennedy Linksspringer Variation" with a solid 68.0% win rate.
• Bullet: The famous "Unknown Opening" keeps opponents on their toes, with a near-even 48.4% win rate.
• Rapid: He shows a fondness for "Philidor Defense," winning 80% of such games. Looks like Jayesh enjoys a classic fight!

Game Time & Tactics

If you want to catch Jayesh at his best, look for him late at night around 11 PM – his best time of day for top-notch play and astonishing wins. Although he plays across all weekdays, Sunday brings him the highest win percentage (~51%). On the clock, he fares well, but watch out for those thrilling time scrambles!

Fun Facts & Memorable Moments

Jayesh’s longest winning streak is an epic 19 games, while even his longest losing stretch (22 games) didn’t deter his fighting spirit. The “blunderkingj” has played thousands of games, racking an impressive total of over 3,700 Blitz wins alone. His recent victory in a live game using the Scandinavian Defense was a classic display of patience and cunning, ending when his opponent graciously resigned.

So next time you see blunderkingj online, be ready for a thrilling fight, sprinkled with a few cheeky blunders, resilience that is through the roof, and a player who treats every game as a grand adventure!

Check out one of his recent wins here: Live Chess Match