Abayomi Adekanbi

Profile Summary: Abayomi Adekanbi (itsabayomi)

Meet Abayomi Adekanbi, known to friends and foes alike on the chessboard as itsabayomi. A determined player with a taste for creative tactics and a stubborn will to win (or at least try), Abayomi’s chess journey is a saga of ups, downs, and the occasional dramatic comeback that keeps spectators on the edge of their seats.

Since 2022, Abayomi has dabbled in blitz, bullet, rapid, and daily chess, brandishing an impressive rapid peak rating of 784 and a daily peak rating soaring to 767. While blitz and bullet games frequently test his nerves, Abayomi’s blitz rating once pinched the 667 mark proving he’s no stranger to fast-paced battles.

Playing style? Let’s just say Abayomi loves a good fight until the very end, with an endgame frequency of 46.45%. Games tend to last around 45 moves when victorious, which means patience is a virtue—and sometimes a necessity. But don’t get fooled by that patient demeanor; his comeback rate stands proudly above 54%, making him a pesky adversary who will claw back from seemingly lost positions.

Abayomi’s opening repertoire is a mixed bag with a flair for classical choices: Kings Pawn Opening with nearly 50% wins in blitz, the slightly sneaky Alekhine’s Defense where he boasts over 55% wins, and a keen affinity for Bishop’s Opening. Expect him to throw you a curveball in the early game before settling into a strategic slugfest.

Not everything is gravy, though. The rollercoaster nature of his ratings and a tilt factor of 11 hint that sometimes the chess gods have a laugh at his expense. However, his best playing time is a surprising 4 AM—a true night owl who prefers the moonlight’s strategic inspiration over daylight’s distractions.

Speaking of tactics, Abayomi once sealed a recent victory with a stunning checkmate after queening a pawn—long live the underdog! Yet, he’s no stranger to tough defeats, often facing fierce opponents who remind him that chess is a game of humbling surprises. But it’s all in good spirit and growth.

Off the board, his win rates on different days and hours suggest that some days are blessed (Sunday with a decent 52.1% win rate), while others might require a strong cup of coffee and some extra concentration.

To sum it up: Abayomi Adekanbi is the kind of player who embodies the heart of chess—a willing fighter, an unpredictable tactician, and a lifelong learner. Whether it’s a bullet blitz or a thoughtful daily grind, itsabayomi brings passion and personality to every move on the board.