Profile
Evandro Amorim Barbosa, widely known on stream as Evandro Amorim Barbosa, is a FIDE Grandmaster and a popular chess streamer who blends deep strategic ideas with entertaining banter. His preferred time control is Rapid, where his creative play often shines on broadcast boards and online events.
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Titles and Legacy
Evandro Amorim Barbosa earned the Grandmaster title from FIDE, establishing himself among the world's elite and a fixture in online chess communities. His impact extends beyond tournaments as he brings the game to a broad audience through streaming and education.
Career Highlights
A hallmark of his career is a peak Blitz rating of 2893 achieved on 2025-09-20, reflecting his sharp, tactical juice in fast time controls. He has demonstrated impressive climbing ability and consistency across rapid and blitz formats, often turning aggressive, high-press positions into practical chances for victory. Notable streaks include a Longest Winning Streak of 27 games and a Longest Losing Streak of 13 games, illustrating the rollercoaster nature of high-level blitz and rapid chess.
2893 (2025-09-20)
Playing Style and Openings
Evandro is known for an aggressive, dynamic style that thrives in cluttered middlegames and sharp tactical battles. He employs a wide opening repertoire across fast and classical formats, including:
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation – Blitz opening with a solid, flexible setup (Blitz: 843 games, WinRate 40.93%).
- London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation – Steady, principled lines that invite strategic play (Blitz: 716 games, WinRate 47.35%).
- Caro-Kann Defense – A resilient choice with balanced chances (Blitz: 867 games, WinRate 42.79%).
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation – Notable in Rapid with practical winning chances (Rapid: 10 games, WinRate 90%).
- French Defense: Advance Variation – A versatile option used in Rapid with solid results (Rapid: 9 games, WinRate 66.67%).
Streaming Life
Beyond the board, Evandro shares his approach and analysis with an engaged audience through live streams, tutorials, and interactive commentary. His channel is a hub for aspiring players who want to learn, improve, and enjoy chess culture in a fast-paced digital era. He often collaborates with fellow players and commentators, bringing a blend of humor and hard work to the game.
Notable Moments and Style Notes
- Rapid preference emphasizes speed, precision, and practical decision-making under pressure.
- Opening versatility allows him to adapt to opponents’ plans and punch through sharp lines when the moment calls for it.
- Streaming presence helps demystify complex ideas and provides a platform for community learning.