Siddharth Ravichandran IM

Siddharth Ravichandran (aka "brute4ever")

International Master of Chess

Siddharth Ravichandran is an accomplished International Master by FIDE standards, a title earned through years of dedication, countless hours against the clock, and a penchant for leaving opponents wondering, "How did that happen?" Whether blitz or bullet, Siddharth has mastered the art of turning pawns into pawnsibilities — and quite often checkmates.

Career Highlights & Style

• Peak Blitz Rating: An impressive 2706 (March 2023), proving speed doesn’t compromise strategy.
• Peak Bullet Rating: Peaked at a blistering 3004 in May 2013 — chess at the speed of light, anyone?
• Peak Rapid Rating: A solid 2545 in December 2023 shows adaptability across time controls.
• Daily Chess Max: Reached 2000 once, reminding us all that patience pays off (sometimes).

Known for his incredible comeback rate of 82.4%, Siddharth thrives when the odds seem stacked against him. Losing a piece? No worries, he has a win rate above 74% after that mishap — proof that even when life (or chess) knocks you down, rising back up is the name of the game.

His playing style boasts an average winning game of nearly 72 moves and a penchant for endgames, showing that he’s not just a flash in the pan but a master of long, strategic battles. If you ever want to see a marathon match where perseverance meets precision, Siddharth's your guy.

Notable Statistics

Across all formats, brute4ever has played over 2,000 bullet games with an 83% win rate on his secret opening arsenal — a number that hints at both skill and a little mystery sauce. He has also accumulated over 850 wins in blitz, donning the battlefield with a fierce 67% win rate in his favorite sneaky openings.

Siddharth’s longest winning streak? A dazzling 47 games — the kind of streak that would make even chess engines break a sweat. Currently, he’s on a hot 4-game win streak; watch this space for more brilliance.

Psychology & Quirks

Siddharth's tilt factor is a modest 6, which means even when things don’t go his way, he keeps calm and carries on plotting that next tactical nightmare for his opponents. His optimal playing time? Midnight — the witching hour of chess champions, when strategy meets sleepy intuition.

Recent Battles

The latest triumph was a slick victory by resignation, demonstrating not just strength but psychological warfare — he doesn’t just capture pieces, he captures wills. Conversely, even giants stumble; his recent losses include intense checkmates that remind everyone that even the best have their humbling moments.

Opponent Highlights

Siddharth has faced some opponents numerous times and has managed a commendable win rate of over 82% against formidable challengers like "aravindkr" and 88% against "blossom6". Conversely, a few rare rivals have managed to slip past his defenses, but that just fuels brute4ever's hunger for redemption.

Final Thoughts

Whether crushing the clock in bullet or grinding out position play in classical styles, Siddharth Ravichandran blends sharp tactics with enduring strategy and a sprinkle of bravado. Keep an eye on brute4ever; he’s proving chess is not just a game, but a brilliant spectacle full of surprises, strategy, and the occasional knightly humor.

“To checkmate or not to checkmate? That is never the question.”