Ирина Бараева - Woman International Master
Ирина Бараева, also known by her username Irina_Baraeva, is a formidable force in the world of chess. With the prestigious Woman International Master title from FIDE under her belt, she has shown a remarkable blend of tactical brilliance and psychological resilience over the years.
Playing Style & Strengths
Known for her patient and strategic play, Ирина’s games often stretch beyond the opening into complex endgames, averaging over 65 moves to victory. Despite an early resignation rate of around 17%, her comeback prowess is impressive—a 73% comeback rate and a staggering 92% win rate after losing a piece makes her a nightmare for opponents who think they have her cornered.
Speedy & Sharp
Whether on Blitz, Rapid, or Bullet formats, Ирина keeps her cool. Her Blitz rating peaked at 2462 in 2024, proving she can think quickly and accurately under pressure. In Bullet chess, she boasts an impressive 55.5% win rate in her favored opening repertoire, affectionately dubbed "Top Secret."
Nemesis & Fan Favorites
She has some quirky records against opponents — undefeated against aljado, khromkin, and jo_black1990 while suffering zero wins against familiar foes like dcacheiro and bada_norovsambuu. Doesn't everyone have that one impossible opponent?
When Does She Play Best?
Looking at the numbers, Ирина is a morning to afternoon warrior, with perfect 100% win rates recorded at 12 PM and a solid 57% success at 8 AM. On weekdays, Tuesdays seem to bring out her best, with a winning rate of over 40%.
Fun Fact
Despite the pressures of competitive play, her "tilt factor" remains low at just 11%, proving she’s got nerves of steel—even when that killer blunder sneaks in.
Whether outmaneuvering opponents in blitz or battling long strategic wars in rapid games, Ирина Бараева remains a respected and ever-intriguing chess personality to watch.