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DimaKoshka

Playing Since: 2023-08-17 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Rapid: 718
271W / 263L / 16D
Blitz: 486
143W / 135L / 13D
Bullet: 213
0W / 1L / 0D

DimaKoshka: The Relentless Rapid Rattler

Meet DimaKoshka, a chess aficionado whose journey on the 64 squares is as dynamic as it is entertaining. With a peak rapid rating flirting with the 1000 mark (983 to be exact in August 2023), DimaKoshka embodies the spirit of a true battler—undaunted by losses and fueled by the thrill of the fight.

Chess Odyssey

Since 2023, DimaKoshka has waged intense battles in rapid, blitz, and even the occasional bullet arena, where patience is scant and instincts reign supreme. This player boasts a respectable 260 wins against 257 losses in rapid games—a razor-thin balance showing that every game is a nail-biter. And when the clock ticks faster? Blitz shows a winning edge with 125 victories versus 108 defeats, proving versatility across time controls.

Opening Gambits and Signature Moves

Ever the strategist, DimaKoshka loves dabbling in a variety of openings that keep opponents guessing. Favorites include the King's Pawn Opening and the elusive Queen's Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation, where win rates hover around the 50-60% mark. Fun fact: despite the occasional uphill struggle with the Caro Kann Defense, DimaKoshka’s Bishops Opening is a shining beacon boasting a win rate above 56%, showing off that bishop's bite.

Personality & Playing Style

Don’t be fooled by the blunt numbers—this player’s style is a rollercoaster. With an impressive comeback rate of over 80%, DimaKoshka rarely surrenders early and thrives in endgames, with over two-thirds of games reaching that critical phase. The average moves per win (~54) suggest gritty, drawn-out tactical fights, while losses drag on longer (averaging 75 moves), hinting at a stubborn refusal to quit.

Caution, though: this cat does have a slight tilt factor of 8, meaning hitting a bad streak can cause some pawns to scatter. But worry not, because the current winning streak of 1 (and a longest streak of 7) shows that focus is never far away. And if you want to face DimaKoshka at their finest, try booking a match around 5 PM—apparently the magic hour!

Memorable Moments

The recent victory against waltinn29226 is a masterpiece where Dima boldly checkmated with a slick queen sacrifice, turning a Scandinavian Defense battle into a theatrical finale. Whether checking mates or timing out opponents, every win is earned with grit and flair.

Summary

In summary, DimaKoshka is that fierce competitor who blends persistence with playful cunning. Equally at home sneaking bishops into the fray or racing pawns down the board, this player keeps fans on the edge of their seat. Against all odds, with a collection of victories and defeats balancing like a well-tuned see-saw, DimaKoshka’s chess escapades remind us all that it’s not just about the rating, but the roaring spirit of the game!


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
gangulybholanath14 1W / 0L / 0D
arvino101 0W / 1L / 0D
andy510503 1W / 0L / 0D
sunildara1205 1W / 0L / 0D
purifierpurcell 1W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
maralurr 3W / 1L / 0D
red_knight_01 1W / 1L / 0D
soyabs 0W / 2L / 0D
the-greek-the-first 0W / 2L / 0D
y636364747383 1W / 1L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 213 548 701
2024 631
2023 572
Rating by Year202320242025701572YearRatingRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 99W / 69L / 7D 81W / 87L / 9D 69.3
2024 94W / 101L / 7D 105W / 92L / 5D 63.6
2023 6W / 7L / 0D 5W / 12L / 0D 55.2

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Pawn Opening 40 19 20 1 47.5%
Caro Kann Defense 27 11 16 0 40.7%
Queens Pawn Opening 21 11 10 0 52.4%
Philidor Defense 20 9 11 0 45.0%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 19 7 12 0 36.8%
Bishops Opening 16 9 6 1 56.2%
Scandinavian Defense 14 6 8 0 42.9%
Van t Kruijs Opening 12 5 7 0 41.7%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 12 7 4 1 58.3%
Pirc Defense 10 4 6 0 40.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Pawn Opening 22 8 13 1 36.4%
Ponziani Opening 18 14 4 0 77.8%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 10 6 4 0 60.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 9 3 3 3 33.3%
Philidor Defense 9 6 2 1 66.7%
Scandinavian Defense 8 4 4 0 50.0%
Petrovs Defense 7 5 2 0 71.4%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Caro Kann Defense 5 2 1 2 40.0%
Bishops Opening 5 4 1 0 80.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Three Knights Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 7 1
Losing 8 0