Khagan Ahmad IM

Khagan Ahmad - International Master Extraordinaire

Meet Khagan Ahmad, better known online (and on the battlefield of brains) as hakanazeri2. This chess powerhouse carries the prestigious title of International Master awarded by FIDE, the global keepers of the royal game. If chess was a kingdom, Khagan would definitely be a just and cunning ruler, strategically weaving through his opponents' defenses with a mix of grace and mastery – sometimes with a sly smirk, sometimes furiously calculating, but always coming out on top.

Khagan's journey through the ranks is nothing short of spectacular. His blitz rating has soared like a well-flown bishop, hitting a jaw-dropping peak of 2985 in April 2025, a level where mere mortals dare to dream. In bullet, the lightning-fast time control, Khagan has dazzled crowds with a peak of 2928. Rapid and daily chess? He’s no slouch there either, boasting peak ratings over 2500 and 2200 respectively.

Style and Stamina

Known for an astounding tactical awareness, Khagan sports an impressive come back rate of nearly 89% – basically transforming losing positions into triumphant victories like a chess Houdini. He has a slightly quirky love/hate relationship with his pieces, winning around 44% of the games even after losing one mid-battle. Also, Khagan prefers a long match – he averages over 80 moves in wins, showing the endurance of a grandmaster marathoner.

Reluctant to throw in the towel early (early resignation rate just over 1%), Khagan fights fiercely into the endgame, which is a whopping 80% of his matches. Patience and perseverance are his signature traits, whether he’s plotting a subtle endgame squeeze or unleashing a brutal tactical storm.

Opening Savant

Like a chef with his secret recipe, Khagan's favorite opening is fittingly called "Top Secret," played extensively with a respectable 44.5% win rate in blitz. But don’t be fooled, his Scandinavian Defense is as rock-solid as a frozen pawn’s resolve, boasting a flawless 100% win rate in limited play. The Sicilian Defense, Queens Pawn, and Indian Game lines also pepper his playstyle, showing versatility and a mind always ready to experiment.

The Champion’s Wit

Beyond just statistics, Khagan’s personality shines through. Fellow players jokingly whisper that his playing hour is midnight (best time of day to play), where his tactical genius awakens and his opponents often fall prey to his relentless attacks. His tilt factor is relatively low (15 out of 100), which means he keeps his calm – or at least, tries to – even in the heat of tough matchups.

Notable Victories – The Latest Masterstrokes

In June 2025 alone, Khagan scored some brilliant wins, crushing opponents with precision and flair:
- Against BlitBlit, he leveraged the King's Indian Defense, proving that patience and positional understanding pay off.
- Against CollapsarLord, he showcased a beautiful checkmate in a Sicilian Najdorf battle.
- Against Nf3b31-0, he elegantly forced resignation with the Semi Slav Anti-Meran Gambit.

Each game a testament to Khagan's deep opening preparation and endgame wizardry – if chess had highlight reels, his matches would undoubtedly feature in the top plays of the month.

In Summary

Khagan Ahmad is more than just a chess player; he’s a strategic artist who blends creativity, resilience, and a hunger for victory on the 64 squares. Whether blitzing through opponents in less than five minutes or grinding down in a marathon endgame, Khagan remains a formidable figure in the chess world. So, beware: if you meet hakanazeri2 across the board, expect a battle of wits with surprises lurking in every move.