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Harikrishna Pentala GM

GMharikrishna Hyderabad Since 2011 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟
44.1% W 42.9% L 13.0% D
Bullet
3022
619W 570L 114D
Blitz
3087
1034W 1044L 353D
Rapid
2602
28W 21L 29D

GMharikrishna Chess Biography

Grandmaster Rise

GMharikrishna earned the Grandmaster title from FIDE and quickly became known for dominating online play with a sharp wit and even sharper tactics. This chess grandmaster prefers Blitz above all and turns every session into a thrilling battle where quick decisions lead to glory or hilarious blunders.

Signature Style

With a knack for the Sicilian Defense and the London System, GMharikrishna mixes solid defense with sneaky attacks that leave opponents scratching their heads. His longest winning streak hit nine games while his preferred time control keeps the action fast and furious.

Funny Rivalries

Battling legends like Hikaru Nakamura has produced epic moments full of comebacks and close calls that fans love to relive. GMharikrishna's playful approach to losses makes him a fan favorite who laughs off defeats and charges back stronger.

Career Highlights

  • Mastered countless Blitz marathons with impressive win rates in key openings.
  • Showed off peak performance through steady rating climbs over the years.
  • Blitz Rating317129752779258323872014: 24522015: 25672016: 26912017: 27762018: 28612019: 27832020: 28292021: 28502022: 29782023: 29892024: 29672025: 31062026: 30782014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
  • Win Rate by Opening0%25%75%100%50%Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit: 51.6% over 128 gamesCaro-Kann Defense: 42.5% over 127 gamesLondon System: Poisoned Pawn Variation: 46.0% over 113 gamesColle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation: 51.4% over 111 gamesDöry Defense: 44.8% over 87 gamesKing's Indian Attack: 51.2% over 84 gamesHungarian Opening: Wied…52%Caro-Kann Defense42%London System: Poisoned…46%Colle System: Rhamphorh…51%Döry Defense45%King's Indian Attack51%
Bio last updated 2026-07-09