Tarun Kanyamarala - International Chess Maestro (a.k.a Irishchessman16)
Meet Tarun Kanyamarala, an International Master who dances across the 64 squares with the finesse of a grandmaster and the humor of your friendly neighborhood bishop. Whether it's blitz, rapid, bullet, or daily chess, Tarun's striving for excellence—sometimes winning, sometimes losing, but always learning (and probably cracking a joke or two along the way).
Rating Rollercoaster and Playing Style
Since bursting onto the scene in 2019 with a blitz rating hovering around 2193, Tarun has been on quite the climb—peaking at an impressive 2626 in blitz by 2024. His average blitz rating comfortably sits near the 2500 mark, making him a formidable opponent in fast-paced games. Don't blink during his rapid or bullet games—you might miss his trademark combo of tactical brilliance and lightning-fast reflexes.
His early resignation rate is a modest 1.43%, so if you see him pack up early, it’s probably to perfect his next opening rather than throw in the towel. Speaking of openings, Tarun keeps them top secret (because who wants to reveal their chess ninja moves?). Plus, he's got a near-perfect comeback rate of 90% and wins every single time after losing a piece—clearly, a phoenix rising from the ashes on the board.
Psychological Warfare
Caution! Tarun's tilt factor is 9, which means when things go south, he’s just a smidge less Zen than the Grandmaster Yoda of chess. But don’t worry—his resilience more than makes up for any momentary frustration. He’s battled through the woes of rated vs. casual play with a difference in win rate of -34.41%, showing that casual games might be too casual for his serious skill!
Friendly Rivalries & Notable Opponents
Tarun has had his share of epic clashes with players like secretsuperstar7, aliencowboy, and ernest326, with varied success and some mystery thrown in for spice. His current winning streak sits at a humble 2 games, though his longest winning streak is an admirable 10, proving he can be a relentless force when he gets going.
Fun Tidbits
- Average moves per win: ~77 (a true strategist who enjoys the long haul)
- White pieces win rate: 50%, Black pieces win rate: 45.6% (balanced but with a slight edge for the first move)
- Most active in blitz and rapid formats, though a bullet enthusiast too!
- His chess handle Irishchessman16? Maybe he’s got a bit of Celtic luck or just loves Guinness!
In summary, Tarun Kanyamarala is not just a chess player; he’s a chess experience. A master of the board with a good streak of humor and a secret arsenal of openings, he’s always ready to outwit, outplay, and outlast. Whether you're a challenger wanting to test your mettle or a spectator enjoying some high-quality chess drama, keep an eye on this International Master—he’s got moves that could make even Magnus pause, if only for a moment.