Bhushan Patil

Bhushan Patil: The Chess Adventurer

Meet Bhushan Patil, also known in the digital chess battlegrounds as I_am_Btech. A player whose rating graph resembles a thrilling rollercoaster—rising and dipping across Rapid, Daily, Bullet, and Blitz formats—he embodies the spirit of enthusiastic perseverance more than a polished grandmaster's precision. In fact, his highest peaks are respectable: a Rapid rating soaring to 403, a Daily peak of 872, a Bullet high of 290, and a Blitz best of 565. Not too shabby for a strategist who enjoys the unpredictable drama of the game.

Playing Style & Strengths

Bhushan throws caution to the wind, with an Early Resignation Rate of about 11.5%, proving he knows when to hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em. He’s a patient player who often takes his time, averaging around 46 moves in both wins and losses—clearly, every piece and pawn counts in the battle of minds.

His comeback rate stands out impressively at 68.55%, showing he’s the kind of opponent who refuses to quit after losing a piece and still finds ways to turn tides (winning nearly 41% of such games!). His White win rate (45.25%) slightly edges his Black win rate (43.33%), suggesting he’s comfortable taking charge right out of the gate.

Favorite Openings: His Chess Signature

• King's Pawn Opening: A beloved classic, with a strong 75% win rate over 28 rapid games – seems he likes starting strong and keeping opponents on their toes.
• Philidor Defense: Also shines here with a 75% win rate; nothing like solid defense to build a fortress.
• King's Pawn Opening - King's Knight Variation: Though a bit more mixed with about 56.5% wins, it’s clearly a go-to move, tried and tested over 23 games.

He is less fond of the Bishop's Opening, where he faces a tough crowd, winning less than 20% of encounters. But hey, every grandmaster has their kryptonite.

The Stats Rollercoaster

Bhushan’s overall record in Rapid games is iron-clad proof of his commitment: 139 wins nearly match his 138 losses, with a handful of hard-fought draws in between. Bullet and Blitz formats are more challenging, but those losses only fuel the fire to improve.

His longest winning streak is an impressive 11 games, a sign that when the stars align, Bhushan is downright unstoppable.

Peak Moments & Memorable Games

One of Bhushan’s shining moments recently was a checkmate victory against therealchefb in a King's Pawn Opening - King's Knight Variation, where he masterfully outmaneuvered his opponent in 51 moves. You can almost hear the crowd cheering at move 51 when the Queen sealed the deal with a triumphant checkmate.

On Psychological Trends & Playing Hours

Surprisingly, Bhushan’s best time to play is around 9 PM—clearly a night owl who prefers the battlefield bathed in moonlight. With a tilt factor of 7, he keeps his cool mostly, but like any true competitor, there are moments of frustration. He tends to perform better against opponents rated below him but also takes on many battles against tougher foes with mixed results.

Summary: The Underdog You Can't Ignore

Bhushan Patil might not yet be a chess world champion, but with his resilient spirit, dramatic comebacks, and willingness to engage in complex, lengthy battles, he’s an opponent who earns respect and leaves stories. Whether he’s crushing the King's Pawn Opening or bravely braving the Scandinavian Defense, Bhushan plays each game with heart.

In short: if chess were a video game, Bhushan would be that player who keeps coming back for “just one more round,” surprising everyone with unexpected moves, clutch victories, and a passion you just can’t glitch out.

Keep an eye on this one — the chessboard is his playground, and the game is never over until the kings fall!