Akash Saha

Akash Saha - The Rapid Rook Ranger

Akash Saha, also known by his username k_ashish0, is a formidable presence on the rapid chess battlefield. With a peak rapid rating of 404 achieved in May 2025, Akash's chess journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster—filled with daring openings, tactical fireworks, and a dash of unpredictability.

Chess Style & Personality

Don't be fooled by the calm exterior—Akash is a fierce tactician who often fights back with a comeback rate of nearly 58% when behind, proving he refuses to simply roll over. His games average close to 50 moves per win, hinting at a patient yet relentless approach. He tilts just a little (tilt factor of 7), so losing a game or two won't trigger any dramatic keyboard smashing here.

Opening Repertoire

Masters of the Bishop's Opening rejoice—Akash boasts his highest win rate here (55.56%), alongside solid scores in the Alekhine's Defense (58.82%) and an impressive 70% in the tricky Queen's Pawn Horwitz Defense. But beware when he braves the Leonardis Variation of King's Pawn Opening, which has been a bit of a tough nut to crack with only 33.33% wins.

Performance Insights

• Total Rapid games played: 449 with 221 wins, 202 losses, and 26 draws.
• Favorite times to crush opponents? Late at night at 23:00, boasting an impressive 66.67% win rate during this hour—perhaps the midnight oil fuels his brain.
• His trusty weapon of choice when playing White yields a solid 51.57% win rate; as Black, he's not far behind with nearly 47%.

Memorable Battles

Akash is no stranger to dramatic finishes. One of his recent victories ended with a swift checkmate against Reyftdap in just 15 moves, showcasing quick thinking and precision. Yet, even the best stumble—his recent losses often came after gritty fights, like the one against Thornpraxis where he resigned after a fierce middlegame tussle.

Psychological Warfare

Unlike some players who resign early, Akash keeps fighting, though he does have a moderate early resignation rate of ~15%. He thrives best when facing opponents below his rating, winning over 82% of those showdowns but struggles against players rated higher than himself, where he wins only ~14%. But hey, who doesn't love a good underdog story?

Fun Facts

• His longest winning streak is 6 games, proving he can build momentum like a grandmaster-level freight train.
• Beware his sharp tactical sense! His games see him effectively turning around situations even after losing material, winning 41% of games after losing a piece—a true fighter.
• He’s fought thornpraxis, reyftdap, and dk2625, among others, often with mixed results—showing a chess career full of rivalries and lessons.

In summary, Akash Saha (k_ashish0) is a rapidly rising star who combines calculated aggression with endurance. Whether he's storming the board with the Bishop's Opening or pulling off a late-night comeback, one thing's for sure—playing against him is never dull!

"Chess is like a battle, but luckily it doesn't require bandages... just a good opening and a sharper mind!" - Akash Saha (probably)