Rajat Makkar - International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Rajat Makkar, a chess connoisseur who proudly holds the esteemed title of International Master granted by FIDE. Known in the digital chess realms as indfraeng, Rajat's journey through the 64 squares is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride with brilliant wins, some learning losses, and a handful of draws that often leave audiences scratching their heads.
Rating and Performance Highlights
- Peak Rapid Rating: 2488 (July 2023) – proof that rapid-fire brains can be just as sharp!
- Peak Blitz Rating: A blistering 2770 (November 2024) – blink and you’ll miss it.
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2545 (November 2021) – lightning speed meets calculated precision.
- Peak Daily Rating: A steady 1692 (March 2014) – perfect for those who prefer their chess slower than coffee brewing.
Battle Style & Psychology
Rajat's style is one that embraces patience and tactical wizardry, with 71% of their games reaching the endgame and an average of nearly 69 moves per win — clearly refusing to make things easy for their opponents. However, they do have a weakness for early resignations at times (about 7% of games), which reminds us that even titans have their ‘meh’ moments. Their impressive 79% comeback rate shows a relentless fighting spirit, turning the tables even when the chips are down.
Not one to be easily rattled, Rajat’s tilt factor is has room for improvement at 19, but hey, everybody needs a soft spot to keep things human, right? The best time of day to catch Rajat firing on all cylinders is around 2 PM – a tip for those who want to challenge them without unfair advantages!
Moves on the Clock
Whether it's blitz, bullet, or rapid chess, Rajat has played over 2,000 games across different formats, clocking an impressive win rate consistently over 50%. While not invincible (no mortal is!), they have been known to go on winning streaks as long as 21 games in a row – a feat that would rattle even the sturdiest of opponents.
Rajat has met many opponents multiple times, including "mr_heisenberg13" (43 games) and "barneystinson97" (26 games), showing that chess is sometimes a matter of long-term rivalry and persistence. Their top opponent win rates even hit 100% against certain players – much to the chagrin of those on the receiving end!
Recent Games – The Drama of Chess
The latest recorded clash saw Rajat winning on time in a fierce battle with the Ruy Lopez opening, showcasing their mastery in classic lines and time management. But like every true warrior, losses have come too – but never without a test of nerves, like an intense blitz where a small slip cost them the match. Each game adds a verse to the epic saga of Rajat's chess exploits.
Fun Facts
- Rajat’s White pieces win slightly more often (54%) than their Black (50%), proving they’re not just lucky when they start first!
- They perform best on Thursdays and Sundays, suggesting weekend vibes and almost made-up weekdays fuel their chess engines.
- Despite wielding a sharp tactical mind, Rajat’s games sometimes stretch to over a hundred moves – patience is their secret weapon.
With a chess journey marked by steady improvement, fierce competition, and a pinch of humor in the face of defeat, Rajat Makkar continues to inspire and entertain chess fans worldwide one move at a time. Whether you call them IM Makkar or indfraeng, one thing is certain: when Rajat sits at the board, surprises – and victories – are never far away.
Checkmate is just the beginning.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Joseph Girel | 7W / 35L / 1D | View Games |
| Barney Stinson | 13W / 13L / 0D | View Games |
| kobykalavannan | 3W / 20L / 2D | View Games |
| 1slipperyguy | 9W / 9L / 2D | View Games |
| Alban [email protected] | 9W / 11L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2743 | 2356 | 1436 | |
| 2024 | 2476 | 2743 | ||
| 2023 | 2278 | 2478 | 2356 | 1436 |
| 2022 | 2416 | 2463 | 2246 | |
| 2021 | 2485 | 2531 | 2335 | |
| 2020 | 2377 | 2384 | 1781 | 1353 |
| 2019 | 1814 | 2118 | 1882 | |
| 2018 | 1631 | 1973 | 1621 | |
| 2017 | 1695 | 1809 | 1710 | |
| 2016 | 1332 | 1593 | 1688 | 1286 |
| 2015 | 1281 | 1417 | 1558 | 1443 |
| 2014 | 1077 | 1327 | 1485 | 1490 |
| 2012 | 1479 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1W / 0L / 0D | 3W / 0L / 0D | 39.2 |
| 2024 | 99W / 64L / 9D | 87W / 74L / 14D | 85.9 |
| 2023 | 35W / 25L / 2D | 25W / 32L / 2D | 76.2 |
| 2022 | 18W / 26L / 3D | 13W / 30L / 4D | 78.6 |
| 2021 | 101W / 80L / 14D | 93W / 95L / 12D | 84.7 |
| 2020 | 218W / 180L / 33D | 192W / 210L / 36D | 79.0 |
| 2019 | 38W / 17L / 5D | 34W / 24L / 3D | 65.4 |
| 2018 | 49W / 50L / 6D | 63W / 38L / 3D | 57.5 |
| 2017 | 193W / 113L / 9D | 177W / 119L / 15D | 66.2 |
| 2016 | 43W / 31L / 2D | 49W / 28L / 2D | 61.1 |
| 2015 | 72W / 59L / 4D | 63W / 64L / 5D | 55.0 |
| 2014 | 105W / 74L / 6D | 107W / 73L / 6D | 67.9 |
| 2012 | 1W / 0L / 0D | 2W / 0L / 0D | 72.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense | 42 | 22 | 19 | 1 | 52.4% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 27 | 19 | 7 | 1 | 70.4% |
| QGD: Chigorin, 3.cxd5 | 27 | 13 | 12 | 2 | 48.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 22 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 59.1% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 20 | 10 | 9 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 16 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 93.8% |
| Australian Defense | 14 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 71.4% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation | 14 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 64.3% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 46.1% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 12 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 83.3% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense | 99 | 59 | 38 | 2 | 59.6% |
| Slav Defense | 58 | 27 | 29 | 2 | 46.5% |
| Unknown | 54 | 25 | 28 | 1 | 46.3% |
| Australian Defense | 47 | 22 | 23 | 2 | 46.8% |
| Amazon Attack | 45 | 25 | 17 | 3 | 55.6% |
| Amar Gambit | 43 | 21 | 18 | 4 | 48.8% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 42 | 21 | 18 | 3 | 50.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 34 | 14 | 19 | 1 | 41.2% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 31 | 10 | 19 | 2 | 32.3% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 29 | 13 | 13 | 3 | 44.8% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Ruy Lopez: Bird's Defense Deferred | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Ruy Lopez: Brix Variation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Four Knights Variation, Cobra Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Slav Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amar Gambit | 86 | 59 | 23 | 4 | 68.6% |
| Slav Defense | 63 | 38 | 23 | 2 | 60.3% |
| Australian Defense | 55 | 36 | 16 | 3 | 65.5% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 43 | 26 | 16 | 1 | 60.5% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 35 | 20 | 14 | 1 | 57.1% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 34 | 9 | 23 | 2 | 26.5% |
| Amazon Attack | 28 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted | 24 | 11 | 12 | 1 | 45.8% |
| Scotch Game | 24 | 14 | 9 | 1 | 58.3% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 23 | 10 | 12 | 1 | 43.5% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 21 | 5 |
| Losing | 19 | 0 |