Player Profile: Habib Putra (habib2115)
Meet Habib Putra, a chess enthusiast who has been navigating the checkered battlefield with a mix of grit, determination, and a sprinkle of occasional mischief. Known online as habib2115, he’s a player who’s been steadily climbing the ranks with a blitz rating peaking at an impressive 1290 in mid-2025. Not a grandmaster yet, but hey, who needs those fancy titles when you’re dominating the Van t Kruijs Opening like a boss?
Playing Style & Personality
Habib’s games often start with bold ideas and some unconventional moves — like a well-timed Kf1 in the opening. A lover of deep endgames, he averages around 56 moves to victory, proving patience is his ally. His comebacks are nothing short of heroic, boasting a comeback rate above 59%, showing he’s the kind of player who keeps fighting even when the position looks grim.
Beware, though: his tilt factor stands tall at 11. So if you catch him losing three games in a row, maybe offer a coffee break or a joke — he might just be plotting an epic revenge.
Strengths & Signature Openings
- Van t Kruijs Opening: Played over 2200 times in blitz with a respectable near 50% win rate. Habib’s playground where many opponents fall prey.
- English Opening - King's English Variation: Another favorite with a solid 52.4% win rate.
- French Defense Franco Sicilian Defense: Showing his versatility with a strong 60% win ratio.
Recent Highlights
In the latest live chess battles, Habib has been a force to reckon with — checkmating opponents with crafty English Opening tactics and pulling off wins on time using his reliable Van t Kruijs setups. Even when he gets caught out (looking at you, sashamn91), he bounces back, often schooling opponents with clever positional play and savvy time management.
Stats Snapshot
- Blitz Games: 7,618 played, with 3,755 wins, 3,683 losses, and 180 draws.
- Rapid Rating Peak: 1308 in 2021.
- Bullet Peak: 1085 in 2022.
- Favorite Time to Play: 7:00 AM — apparently, chess and morning coffees go hand-in-hand.
Fun Fact
Habib’s approach to early resignations is impressively low at just 3.36%. If he’s in the game, you better bring your A-game. Otherwise, expect a dogged opponent who drowns you in complications, only to finish with a brutal checkmate or a winning time scramble.
In summary, Habib Putra is a formidable, persistent, and ever-evolving chess player who proves day after day that even warriors armed with a mouse and a keyboard can conquer the battlefield. Keep an eye on habib2115 — the checkered future looks bright!