Sasikiran Krishnan (g3god)
Grandmaster Extraordinaire
Meet Sasikiran Krishnan, a chess force to be reckoned with and a true grandmaster stamped and certified by FIDE. Known in online circles as g3god, Sasikiran’s chess journey is nothing short of spectacular—a strategic wizard who dances with his pieces on the 64 squares as if they were part of an epic ballet where checkmate is the grand finale.
Chess Career Highlights
- Achieved a peak blitz rating of 3077 in January 2025, proving lightning-fast intuition runs in their veins.
- Reached a bullet peak rating of 2860 in June 2023, because who needs sleep when you can blitz?
- Scored a rapid peak of 2829 back in October 2020, showing versatility across all time controls.
- Commands openings ranging from the mysterious Top Secret to the classic Sicilian Defense, and an affection for tactical fights that often leave opponents scratching their heads.
Playing Style
Sasikiran is not one to resign early—only about 25% of games end in surrender—preferring a battle that can stretch over 70 moves on average for victory. Their style is a cocktail of patience and aggression, with a penchant for endgames and a strikingly good comeback rate of over 88%. Beware: when Sasikiran loses a piece, the fight is far from over (44% of the time they bounce back to win). It's like David and Goliath, but David has a grandmaster’s mindset.
Psychological Traits
Their best time to play? 7 PM sharp, when the stars align and pawns march with purpose. Although a tilt factor of 11 hints at occasional emotional rollercoasters, it’s all part of the grandmaster drama. Sasikiran’s competitive spirit shines brightest against lower-rated opponents with an impressive near 60% win rate.
Fun Facts & Records
- Has triumphed in thousands of blitz battles with over 2400 wins, proving that speed and accuracy are their tag-team duo.
- Famous for employing the Top Secret opening line in bullet games, because even grandmasters love a bit of mystery.
- Known for occasionally juggling losses and wins (some months resemble a rollercoaster), yet always bouncing back stronger!
Recent Highlight Game
On May 31, 2025, Sasikiran delivered a masterclass win against igorkovalenko, playing a Kings Indian Defense with the finesse of a chess poet. The game was a thrilling battle of nerves and strategy, ending in a resignation with a beautifully executed pawn push and tactical finish.
Summary
Whether you're a fan of bullet, rapid, or blitz, Sasikiran Krishnan, aka g3god, is always a spectacle to watch. A grandmaster with a repertoire rich in classical and modern lines, combined with tactical wizardry and mental resilience. Just remember: if you face them online, prepare for a fight — this isn't just a game, it's a chess symphony conducted by one of the best.