Mitrarajsinh Vaghela (aka hsyded)
Meet Mitrarajsinh Vaghela, a chess enthusiast who has battled through the ranks on Chess.com with a mix of cunning strategy, occasional blunders, and a fair share of cheeky comebacks. Known online as hsyded, Mitrarajsinh’s journey has been anything but boring – with rapid rating swings and dramatic endgames that keep spectators on the edge of their seats.
Career Snapshot
Since bursting onto the scene, Mitrarajsinh has played over 1,500 rapid games, snagging a respectable 802 wins against 685 losses and a handful of draws. The battleground? A lively mix of Nordic defenses, king’s pawn openings, and sneaky Scandinavian gambits. His peak rapid rating soared up to an impressive 751 in May 2025, proving he’s no stranger to climbing the ranks.
Playing Style & Stats
Mitrarajsinh’s style is a rollercoaster – averaging around 49 moves per win and bravely fighting through a solid 59% comeback rate when behind. Endgames are his playground, with nearly half his games reaching the finale where he showcases resilience and strategic depth. He has a slight preference for playing white, winning roughly 54% of those battles, but black pieces don’t intimidate him either, boasting a respectable 51% win rate.
When things get tough, he sometimes admits defeat early (about 9% early resignations), but hey, even chess warriors have their moments. And when the clock ticks closer to 6 PM – his golden hour – his win rate skyrockets to over 70%! Clearly, some hours are just meant for brilliance.
Favorite Openings
You’ll catch him dancing through the King’s Pawn Opening (52% win rate) or tempting fate with the Scandinavian Defense (mixed results but thrilling games). His variations of the Scandinavian Defense show some spicy tactics, keeping his opponents guessing and sometimes gasping. With a knack for turning tricky positions around, Mitrarajsinh thrives in dynamic openings that promise both risk and reward.
Memorable Moments
Whether it’s sealing a win with a cheeky checkmate or escaping defeat by a whisker, Mitrarajsinh’s games are anything but dull. One of his recent victories was a classic grind featuring an Owens Defense, showcasing resourcefulness and a surgical endgame finish – a true testament to his growth as a tactician.
Fun Facts
- Longest Winning Streak: 10 games – enough to confuse even his toughest rivals.
- Longest Losing Streak: 9 games – because even great players have their off-days.
- Tilt Factor: 9 out of 100 – he’s mostly cool but sometimes the king’s gambit gets personal.
- Win Rate Against Most Played Opponent: Around 46% against aniruddhsinh78 – a rivalry worthy of its own mini-series.
In the vast kingdom of online chess, Mitrarajsinh Vaghela stands as a competitive, thoughtful, and sometimes mischievous player whose journey is still unfolding. Whether you’re looking to challenge him or learn from his creative ideas, the game is never boring when hsyded is on the board.
