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Nikolozi Kacharava GM

Username: kachsona

Location: Tbilisi

Playing Since: 2016-12-13 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟♟

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Rapid: 2426
16W / 13L / 6D
Blitz: 3002
1011W / 715L / 228D
Bullet: 2618
51W / 22L / 3D

Nikolozi Kacharava — The Grandmaster of Blitz and Beyond

Known in the chess world as kachsona, Nikolozi Kacharava is a formidable Grandmaster whose games blend cunning strategy with a dash of tactical fireworks. Earning the coveted Grandmaster title from FIDE is no small feat, but for Kacharava, it’s simply a passport to the battlefield of 64 squares where rapid calculations and nerve of steel reign supreme.

Chess Journey and Style

Starting with a modest blitz rating of 1361 in early 2017, Kacharava's trajectory could easily be mistaken for a rocket launch. With a peak blitz rating soaring up to an astonishing 2923 in August 2024, kachsona has proven time and again that speed doesn’t sacrifice precision—although some might argue it’s a test of how fast one can brew coffee between moves.

Whether it’s blitz, bullet, or rapid, Kacharava loves a good fight. Their blitz win rate sits just north of 50%, and with over 1100 blitz games under their belt, this player’s endurance rivals a marathon runner. They tend to keep the endgame frequency high (over 86%!), proving that patience is not lost even in lightning-fast encounters. Average moves before victory, a graceful 80ish, suggests kachsona doesn't rush triumphs but rather crafts them meticulously.

Tactical Genius & Psychological Fortitude

A remarkable 87% comeback rate reveals that giving up is just not in Nikolozi’s vocabulary. Even losing a piece doesn’t spell doom, with a near 50% win rate after such adversity. And when it’s time to psych out the opponent, kachsona’s “tilt factor” of 9 hints they might occasionally mutter “one more game” before bedtime—but who can blame them?

Interestingly, the best time for fierce battles is around 2 AM. So if you ever want to catch Kacharava at their peak, set your alarm clocks for some late-night excitement!

Opening Secrets & Signature Moves

Tackling opponents with a varied arsenal, kachsona is no one-trick pony. The mysterious "Top Secret" opening yields a nifty 56% win rate in blitz, while trusted classics like the Sicilian Defense and Caro Kann assume starring roles. Against opponents, kachsona shows a ruthless streak, boasting a 100% win rate over numerous notable rivals—though a few pesky adversaries keep the challenge alive, reminding that even grandmasters can face “off days.”

Recent Battles

In one of their recent blitz duels, kachsona dispatched Robert_E2009 in style with a resignation after a brilliant Queen sac and domination on the board. Another recent triumph involved the Caro-Kann Advance Bayonet Attack, where kachsona’s aggressive pawn push caught the opponent off guard decisively.

Of course, not every day is a victory parade. In a recent loss against AndreiITrifan, kachsona felt the sting of a well-played King's Indian Attack. But this Grandmaster never dwells long on defeat—there are always more games to conquer and more clocks to beat!

In Summary

With a career marked by dazzling speed, tactical resilience, and a deep love for all time controls, Nikolozi Kacharava (kachsona) is a thrilling chess personality to watch. Whether you’re a fellow competitor or a fan, one thing is certain: when kachsona’s at the board, expect sparks—and maybe a little dance around the pieces too.

Ready with your best opening? Better bring your A-game. Because kachsona is coming—fast, fierce, and with a grin.


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Game Review Highlights

Nikolozi, your recent bullet games show impressive tactical awareness and strong time management, which have contributed to several decisive wins. You consistently maintained pressure and transitioned well from opening to middlegame, leveraging your knowledge of variations such as the Old Benoni Defense and Alekhine’s Defense.

  • Your quick and accurate execution allowed decisive attacks, often culminating in checkmate with sound piece coordination.
  • You demonstrated effective pawn structure control in openings like the Scandinavian Defense, which you have a 100% win rate with.
  • Transitioning pieces into active positions (e.g., knights and rooks) helped you capitalize on opponents’ mistakes to gain material advantage.

Areas for Improvement

Despite these strengths, there are some areas you could target to elevate your bullet play further:

  • Opening Diversity and Preparation: You have excellent results with some openings like the Scandinavian and Sicilian variations but lower conversion in others such as the English Opening (win rate 20%). Consider deepening your understanding or exploring alternatives to diversify your play and reduce predictability.
  • Handling Complex Positions: In games where you faced complex defensive setups, sometimes the momentum shifted due to minor inaccuracies. Enhancing your calculation speed and pattern recognition under time pressure will help maintain control in tactical skirmishes.
  • Time Pressure Management: Your loss by time suggests focusing on managing your clock wisely in tight situations, especially in bullet games where seconds matter. Developing fast but reliable decision-making techniques will reduce these risks.

Next Steps for Continued Progress

  • Drill Key Tactical Motifs: Regular practice of common tactical patterns and mating nets can sharpen your instincts for quick, effective moves.
  • Analyze Losses Thoroughly: Review your lost games to pinpoint moments where the momentum turned and identify if better defensive resources or counterplay was possible.
  • Expand Opening Preparation: Since certain openings show room for growth, spend time studying variations and typical plans for those to improve confidence and win rate.
  • Clock Awareness Training: Practice playing with a focus on maintaining a spare buffer of time and making the best moves quickly by simulating bullet time controls.

Your rating has been stable recently, and your positive trend slope indicates a potential for continued improvement with consistent practice. Keep building on your solid foundation!



🆚 Opponent Insights

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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2919 2426
2024 2756 2426
2023 2604 2620 2426
2022 2620 2426
2021 2620 2426
2020 2604 2623 2345
2019 1676 2508
2017 1556 2009 1276
Rating by Year2017201920202021202220232024202529191276YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 219W / 133L / 43D 190W / 166L / 44D 85.7
2024 118W / 82L / 33D 115W / 86L / 30D 89.3
2023 5W / 1L / 0D 4W / 0L / 0D 74.8
2022 2W / 0L / 0D 2W / 0L / 0D 32.5
2021 11W / 5L / 2D 6W / 7L / 5D 92.5
2020 93W / 54L / 19D 85W / 71L / 19D 91.2
2019 123W / 86L / 25D 99W / 88L / 38D 84.3
2017 7W / 1L / 0D 8W / 0L / 0D 61.3

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 85 47 27 11 55.3%
Czech Defense 80 46 29 5 57.5%
Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation 77 38 28 11 49.4%
Sicilian Defense 62 35 22 5 56.5%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 61 36 20 5 59.0%
Philidor Defense 54 24 25 5 44.4%
Modern 35 22 9 4 62.9%
Scandinavian Defense 33 21 9 3 63.6%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 26 9 15 2 34.6%
Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line 26 16 8 2 61.5%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Czech Defense 8 4 3 1 50.0%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Amar Gambit 6 3 2 1 50.0%
Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation 6 5 1 0 83.3%
English Opening: Anglo-Grünfeld Defense 5 1 4 0 20.0%
Modern 5 2 3 0 40.0%
Caro-Kann Defense 5 3 2 0 60.0%
Modern Defense 4 3 1 0 75.0%
Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack 4 4 0 0 100.0%
Scandinavian Defense 4 4 0 0 100.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Philidor Defense 6 1 4 1 16.7%
Sicilian Defense 5 5 0 0 100.0%
Giuoco Piano: Tarrasch Variation 4 3 1 0 75.0%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 3 1 2 0 33.3%
Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation 3 1 1 1 33.3%
Czech Defense 3 0 3 0 0.0%
Caro-Kann Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%
French Defense: Burn Variation 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
QGA: 3.Nf3 Nf6 4.g3 2 1 0 1 50.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 14 0
Losing 11 0
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