Ravi Kumar - Candidate Master
Meet Ravi Kumar, the chess warrior better known by the username chhatturangam. Holding the prestigious title of Candidate Master from FIDE, Ravi has proved time and again that the board is his battlefield and pawns are his soldiers.
Rating and Style
Ravi's peak blitz rating reached a striking 2571 in late 2021 — a number that surely makes many opponents reconsider their strategies (or sanity). His bullet and rapid ratings are no less impressive, boasting highs in the mid-2400s and 2400+ respectively. Daily chess may be slightly less spicy for our friend with ratings around 1500, but hey, even the greats have their chill days!
Playing primarily blitz and bullet, Ravi’s style is a cocktail of tactical sharpness and psychological resilience. With an average winning streak reaching 22 games and a comeback rate of over 70%, Ravi embodies the spirit of a true fighter. However, his tilt factor is at 23, reminding us that even the best sometimes throw their queen at the board in frustration.
Opening Repertoire
Opening preparation? Check. Ravi’s secret weapon — surprisingly named "Top Secret" — covers nearly 23,000 blitz games, with a very solid 49% win rate. When he deliberately shifts gears, he's known to employ the Mieses Opening with an 80% win rate, and other intriguing choices like the Scandinavian Defense and Sicilian Defense Canal Attack.
Memorable Matches
Whether delivering resignation to opponents or bowing out gracefully, chhatturangam's games are never short on excitement. From blitz battles won by resignation to epic duels in the Reti opening, his recent victories reflect a deep understanding of the game and a knack for squeezing out wins at critical moments.
Off the Board
When not counting knights or plotting checkmates, Ravi is probably contemplating whether the knight's move makes for a good dance step or wondering how to explain to friends that blitz chess is a legitimate sport requiring reflexes worthy of an Olympic athlete. Warning: engaging Ravi in a conversation about chess openings might result in an unexpected lecture peppered with chess jokes and references.
One thing is for sure: with dedication like this and a playful spirit, Ravi Kumar will continue to make waves across the chessboard — one pawn, one knight, and one cheeky move at a time!