About Dahod B. (aka dahodbaji)
Dahod B., known online as dahodbaji, is a journeying chess enthusiast with a rollercoaster rating history that could rival any thriller plot. Starting around 600 points in rapid chess back in 2020, dahodbaji reached a rapid peak rating of 911 in October 2020 — impressive, yet accompanied by bouts of ups and downs proving that every grandmaster was once a beginner (or a blunderer!).
Not just a rapid player, dahodbaji dances across multiple chess formats including bullet, blitz, and daily games, boasting peak ratings of 694 in bullet, 639 in blitz, and an 807 in daily games — proving versatility is key in this kingdom of knights and pawns. With over 6000 rapid games played and an almost even split between wins and losses, dahodbaji takes defeat as seriously as victory, only tilting with a mere 10% tilt factor (which, honestly, is commendably low for us mere mortals).
Playing Style & Personality
When dahodbaji plays, expect strategic patience: avg ~53 moves per win vs ~42 moves per loss indicates a thoughtful, endgame-oriented player (endgames happen almost 40% of the time). Despite an 8.85% early resignation rate, dahodbaji’s remarkable 60% comeback rate after falling behind showcases fighting spirit and tactical grit. And if you challenge dahodbaji around 5 PM, prepare for a battle during the prime time — the peak win hour!
Favorite Openings
Experts at kings’ gambits and center battles: dahodbaji has an above 53% win rate with the King’s Pawn Opening and hits a sweet 58% in the Center Game. Scandinavian Defense is also a favorite weapon, though with a few rough skirmishes along the way.
Recent Adventures
In the latest recorded victory, dahodbaji executed a checkmate using the Scotch Game (link: Game Details), swiftly turning the tides in a nuanced mid-game. The beauty of dahodbaji’s games lies in combining solid opening principles with creative tactics, often leaving opponents questioning their moves by move 20.
Losses? Sure, but even those are learning gems, like a recent tough game against geopadm where the Four Knights Game spelled out a challenging battlefield.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 14 games — effectively a chess marathon champ!
- Current winning streak: 1 game — staying humble and hungry!
- With a Bullet Owens Defense win rate of 80%, dahodbaji likes surprising opponents with less mainstream openings.
- Despite occasional losses, dahodbaji’s heart is in the game, clocking thousands of hours of rapid games with unwavering dedication.
One might say dahodbaji embodies the spirit of chess itself — a blend of strategy, endurance, and the occasional dance with chaos on the 64 squares. Whether creating tactical fireworks or engaging in slow positional duels, dahodbaji is a player worth watching, or at least, worth not underestimating!