Debashis Das is a Grandmaster who excels in the fast and furious world of online chess, especially shining in Bullet time controls. With a peak Blitz rating near the 2900 mark and Bullet rating surpassing 2800, he’s definitely not your casual player — he’s the kind of guy who makes pawns tremble at lightning speed. Chess blitz and bullet games are his playground, where sharp tactics and speedy calculations turn the board into a fireworks display.
Playing Style & Strengths
When it comes to style, Debashis is a patient, endgame-loving strategist who doesn't easily resign — only about 37% early resignations. He averages over 80 moves per win, demonstrating stamina and creative endurance. His comeback rate is impressive at 86%, showing a resilience that would turn even the darkest moments into an opportunity. He thrives in complex positions, and with a nearly 51% strength-adjusted win rate in both Blitz and Bullet games, he consistently stays ahead of the pack.
Significant Achievements
Earned the prestigious Grandmaster title from FIDE.
Peak Blitz rating of 2941 (April 2021).
Peak Bullet rating of 2801 (April 2021).
Peak Rapid rating of 2691 (May 2020).
Longest winning streak of 12 games, and currently on a 9 game winning streak.
Strong tactical awareness with solid win rates even after losing pieces.
Favorite Openings
Debashis shows a diverse opening repertoire, particularly comfortable in sharp and dynamic lines:
Rapid: Various Sicilian Defense lines with a perfect 100% win rate in games played, including the Bowdler Attack and Marshall Counterattack.
Blitz: Indian Defense Anti-Grünfeld Alekhine Variation and Reti with consistent results.
Bullet: Mieses Opening (62% win rate), Van’t Kruijs Opening (68% win rate), and Indian Defense setups.
Noteworthy Facts
Debashis enjoys playing at unusual hours, showing the best win rate around 4 AM — perfect for night owls and insomniacs!
He manages to convert wins via checkmate frequently but also wins many games on timeouts — a testament to his fast thinking under pressure.
Debashis has a knack for turning losses around, with a remarkable comeback rate above 85%.
He’s battled numerous strong opponents online including a hearty 89 games against indianlad and 61 against abhijeetgupta1016.
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