Himanshu Machhi

Profile Summary: Himanshu Machhi (HRMachhi13)

Meet Himanshu Machhi, better known in the chess world as HRMachhi13, a rapid chess enthusiast whose rating journey is as adventurous as his opening choices! With a peak rapid rating of 797 achieved in early 2025, Himanshu’s skill on the board is marked by dramatic ups and downs—a rollercoaster fit for any chess thrill-seeker.

Rise, Fall, and Comebacks

Over 1,300 rapid games under his belt in 2025 alone, Himanshu has won 582 of them and lost 654, with 121 ending in draws. His longest winning streak is 7 games, which might sound modest but considering the 11-game losing streak lurking in his history, it’s clear resilience is his greatest asset. Giving up? Not in his vocabulary—his comeback rate clocks in at an impressive 61.34%, proving that every lost piece is just another opportunity for a clever turnaround.

Playing Style & Preferences

Himanshu prefers the battlefield of the rapid format, comfortably playing over 90% of his games here, with blitz and bullet being more like occasional skirmishes. His game length varies quite a bit, with average moves per win at about 55 and losses stretching closer to 67 moves—indicating a preference for enduring tactical battles over quick checkmates.

Perhaps surprisingly, resignation is his favorite way to decide a battle—he’s won 332 games thanks to opponents throwing in the towel, and he’s quit on himself only when absolutely forced. Checkmate victories are fewer at 197, so you could say Himanshu embodies the classic psychological warfare of chess, making opponents lose their nerve long before the final blow.

Opening Adventures

Himanshu is a versatile tactician, dabbling in a colorful array of openings. The Kings Pawn Opening is his favored doorway to battle with over 400 games played. But things get spicier with his top win-rate openings like the Nimzowitsch Defense where he boasts a magnificent 60% win rate! The Van ‘t Kruijs Opening also brings him luck, winning over half the time on those rare dives down this road less traveled.

Tactical Quirks and Psychological Trends

With an early resignation rate under 4%, Himanshu is not a quitter by nature, but his tilt factor of 11 means he occasionally lets frustrations show—just enough to keep things exciting! Playing at his best around 4 AM (yeah, nocturnal chess genius alert!), he maneuvered his way to many wins while others were catching their Z’s.

Recent Battles: A Taste of HRMachhi13 in Action

One of his latest spectacular wins was against anahuguette, where Himanshu unleashed the King's Pawn Opening with fierce aggression, leading to a resignation after a grueling 47-move encounter full of pinches, forks, and well-timed pawn pushes. Suffice to say, queens, bishops, and rooks danced to his tune that evening!

Of course, loss is part of the game. His recent defeats, like the one to akli7, remind us all that chess is as humbling as it is thrilling—even a player as persistent as Himanshu sometimes falls prey to crafty defense and unexpected sacrifices.

Final Thoughts

Himanshu Machhi is not just a player; he's a rapid chess saga in motion. His record tells stories of fierce battles, daring sacrifices, and the relentless pursuit of improvement. Whether it’s the thrill of a comeback or the agony of a tough loss, HRMachhi13 plays chess not just as a game but as a grand adventure—and isn't that what chess is all about?