Sooraj M R NM

Sooraj M R - The National Master Who Makes Chess Look Fun

Sooraj M R, known online as Chesscoach_uk, is not your everyday chess player. Earning the prestigious title of National Master, Sooraj blends deep strategic prowess with a pinch of flair that keeps opponents guessing — and sometimes giggling.

Rating and Performance

With a blitz rating soaring up to an impressive 2438 in 2025 and a bullet peak at 2329, Sooraj is a force to be reckoned with on fast-paced boards. Not to brag, but when it comes to rapid chess, a perfect 100% win rate in five games speaks volumes about their tactical sharpness and endgame mastery.

Playing Style

Patience, resilience, and a knack for turning the tables define Sooraj's style. Boasting a comeback rate of 86.69% and an astonishing 100% win rate after losing a piece, this player refuses to bow quietly. Expect long battles too — average moves per win hover around 73, proving Sooraj enjoys every moment on the board before delivering the knockout punch.

Psychological Edge

Even when the pressure mounts, Sooraj's tilt factor is a modest 6, revealing a cool-headed competitor who treats each game as a new adventure, not a reason to rage-quit. Despite a sharp 49% win disparity between rated and casual games, they’re always ready for a rematch (or five).

Favorite Opponents and Rivalries

Sooraj has danced intellectually with numerous opponents, some becoming favorite adversaries repeated multiple times — apple_rom with 9 games, faramarzassef with 8, and the intriguing agmhosmebrahem with 6. The scoreboard? Mixed, but sprinkled with sweet revenge and famous wins, like a 9-game winning streak and several perfect slaughters at 100% win rates against select rivals. Clearly, Sooraj's chess battles are as thrilling as a Netflix series.

Timing and Tactics

Whether it's the crack of dawn or the witching hour, Sooraj’s playtime choices might surprise you. At 6 AM, a mysterious 100% win rate hints at early morning brilliance fueled by coffee or sheer genius. And while their win percentages vary across the week, Fridays and Sundays seem to be prime time, with win rates soaring above 55%.

Final Checkmate

In the grand tournament of life and chess, Sooraj M R is a passionate, determined player with a talent for thrilling finishes, comebacks, and a dash of humor that proves chess is not only a battle of the mind but also a delightful dance of strategy and fun.