Dinesh Kumar Sharma IM

Dinesh Kumar Sharma - The International Master with a Tactical Edge

Meet Dinesh Kumar Sharma, also known in the chess world as dinesh501, a chess virtuoso who proudly holds the esteemed title of International Master awarded by FIDE. With a knack for strategy and a flair for the dramatic, Dinesh has been weaving intricate patterns across chessboards since at least 2010, rattling opponents with both wit and well-timed sacrifices.

Rating Journey & Style

Dinesh’s chess rating has had an adventurous ride, soaring up to a peak daily rating of 2304 in late 2019, and even reaching a blazing bullet rating top of 2346 as recently as May 2025 — quite the speed demon! Not to be outdone, his blitz skills shine with a peak rating over 2570.

Known for unwavering persistence, Dinesh boasts a remarkable comeback rate of over 72%, proving he’s not one to throw in the towel easily—unless it’s in true chess fashion, with a graceful resignation rate around 20%. A firm believer in the power of endgames, he frequently strolls through those final, tense moments with an average of 60 moves per match, giving opponents plenty of time to sweat.

Playing Strength & Psychological Edge

With a winning mindset that excels when playing White (a 61% win rate) and respectable results with Black (over 52%), Dinesh’s versatility stuns foes. His best time to strike? The mysterious hour of 11 PM — possibly fueled by midnight snacks or the quiet focus only found when the world sleeps.

Never one to hold grudges, his tilt factor is a lowly 7, confirming that Dinesh stays calm and collected, even after tricky spells. But beware! His opponents have noted that he performs particularly well against lower-rated challengers, turning pressure into sparkling win streaks, the longest being an impressive 17 consecutive victories.

Opening Repertoire & Tactical Brilliance

When it comes to openings, Dinesh prefers keeping his cards as Top Secret as his favorite midnight snack recipe, deploying this unnamed favorite across 183 daily games with an almost 58.5% win rate. However, in bullet games, he’s no stranger to the Sicilian Defense, Giuoco Piano, and Alapin variations — using them to outpace and outwit his lightning-fast rivals.

Memorable Recent Battles

One of the jewels in Dinesh’s crown is a 2025 victory over mrpotatomanthesecond by a spectacular checkmate after a gritty contest lasting 46 moves, showcasing both patience and precision. Yet, as in all great careers, losses happen—like a swift defeat via a beautiful bishop sacrifice in a Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation that ended too quickly for comfort.

Legacy & Personality

Outside statistics and ratings, Dinesh Kumar Sharma is the kind of player who mixes serious chess acumen with a pinch of humor — after all, if you can't laugh when your queen gets forked, when can you? His dedication to chess is only matched by his love for continuous improvement and relentless pursuit of mastery on the 64 squares.

Whether battling in classical, rapid, blitz, or bullet formats, Dinesh remains a formidable opponent who can surprise, pressure, and finish games with flair. Keep an eye on dinesh501 — a true International Master whose journey is filled with brilliant moves, stubborn resilience, and perhaps the chess world’s greatest poker face.