Gaurang Bharuka

Gaurang Bharuka (aka Hardyy15) - The Rapid Rise of a Chess Enthusiast

Meet Gaurang Bharuka, a.k.a. Hardyy15, a player who has carved a unique niche in the world of online chess. While not yet a grandmaster, Gaurang’s journey through ratings and games is nothing short of an epic chess saga filled with surprising twists, tactical brilliance, and the occasional “oops” moments any human can relate to.

Rating and Style

Starting from a humble blitz rating of 100 in 2023 (yes, everyone starts somewhere!), Gaurang made an impressive jump by 2025 to a blitz max rating of 707 and a rapid peak soaring to 840. The blend of rapid and blitz play showcases a player who enjoys both speedy skirmishes and calculated strategic battles.

True to the nickname, Gaurang isn’t one to quit easily with an Early Resignation Rate of just 3.8%. His Endgame Frequency stands tall at over 64%, demonstrating a love for the tension-filled final phase of the game. Expect long, intricate games with an average of about 68 moves per win—proving that patience truly is a virtue on his chessboard.

Opening Preferences and Tactical Flair

Gaurang prefers solid yet versatile openings across both blitz and rapid formats. Favorites include the Philidor Defense, Petrovs Defense, and the Scandinavian Defense (Mieses-Kotrc Variation)—all of which score him an impressive 70-75% win rate in blitz. Yes, he’s the kind of player who quietly grinds you down from the opening and then sneaks the win!

And speaking of sneakiness, his tactical awareness is borderline legendary: after losing a piece, Gaurang’s win rate is a flawless 100%. In other words, never count him out – he probably loves a good comeback more than his morning coffee.

Performance Patterns & Psychology

Gaurang’s win rate fluctuates depending on the day and hour, with some of his best results coming at 4 AM (87.5% win rate – a true night owl!) and a respectable 54.55% around 5 AM. Perhaps chess is the perfect companion to those late-night existential thoughts.

His Tilt Factor of 8 suggests he’s human enough to feel frustration but keeps it in check—after all, every great player knows a lost game is simply a plot twist in their chess novel.

Notable Matches

Gaurang’s latest victories display his sharp endgame technique and strategic maneuvering, such as his recent win against “lio_ruby” in a Scandinavian Defense where he forced a resignation after a thorough positional assault. His losses, like those against the tricky “vrj_812,” serve as reminders that every player has their nemesis, but showing resilience is key.

Fun Facts

• Has a longest winning streak of 8 games - a spurt of brilliance!
• Current winning streak is a fresh 1, always ready to start a new chapter.
• Favorite color to play? Black! With a slightly better win rate as Black than White, Gaurang’s never afraid to play the dark side.
• Fierce rivalries: Has played 18 games against “vrj_812” with a balanced 50% win rate. Talk about a rivalry that keeps both players on their toes!

In summary, Gaurang Bharuka (Hardyy15) is a tenacious, strategic, and sometimes late-night wizard of the chessboard, who demonstrates that with enough practice and passion—even the longest games can turn into a victory dance.