Aakash Gul

Aakash Gul (aka "guldozer")

Meet Aakash Gul, a rapid chess warrior whose journey is a rollercoaster of epic wins, hilarious losses, and plenty of learning in between. With a peak rapid rating of 978 achieved back in March 2021, Aakash has been navigating the chessboard battlefield for years, proving that resilience is the true king of the game.

Known as "guldozer" online—a nickname that hints at both his bulldozing style and his occasional crashes—Aakash has played over 477 rapid games with 210 wins, 243 losses, and 24 draws. His love for sharp openings shines through, especially his affection for the King's Pawn Opening King's Knight Variation where he boasts a solid 70% win rate. When not bulldozing through opponents, he enjoys mixing things up with the Queen's Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense, armed with a respectable 63.64% success.

Aakash isn’t afraid to admit that chess can be a mental marathon: his psychological tilt factor is a modest 7, showing his human side when the pressure mounts. However, luck is mostly on his side during the dark early morning hours around 3 AM—his personal prime time to strike with a comeback rate of nearly 71%. Early resignation? He tries to keep it low (6.12%), but sometimes the “I-know-when-to-fold-em” philosophy kicks in.

His rapid rating over the years shows a humbling trajectory: from a high-flying 978 in 2021 down to a grinding but steady 464 in mid-2025. Despite the ups and downs, Aakash keeps pushing forward, playing an average of 53 moves per win—a testament to his patient and strategic style.

Memorable Moments

On June 4th, 2025, Aakash secured a satisfying victory against Szilveszterdiczko with a clever fight in the Queen’s Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense. The game ended in resignation after a tense 41 moves, showcasing Aakash’s knack for patiently grinding down his opponents—sometimes like a bulldozer chasing a pawn.

Of course, not every game ends with glory. His most recent loss came from the crafty Ayush_check8, who caught him off guard in the Philidor Defense with a swift and punishing assault. But every defeat is just fuel for the next comeback!

In Short

• Username: guldozer
• Peak Rapid Rating: 978 (March 2021)
• Games Played: 477+ in Rapid
• Favorite Openings: King's Pawn Opening King's Knight Variation, Queen's Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense
• Biggest Winning Streak: 7 games
• Playing Style: Patient strategist with a dash of bulldozer brute force

Whether plowing through his opponents or thoughtfully maneuvering on the board, Aakash Gul remains a player to watch—proof that chess is less about perfection and more about passion, persistence, and a little bit of luck.