Nurlan Şükürlü (a.k.a. "kamnur")
Meet Nurlan Şükürlü, an unrelenting contender on the chess battlefield whose journey from humble beginnings to nearly topping the 2000 rating mark is as thrilling as a Sicilian Defense surprise attack. Known to friends and foes alike as kamnur, Nurlan started out in the Bullet realm, lovingly surviving the storm of losses and victories like a chess ninja with a slightly unpredictable clock.
Early Days and Rating Rollercoaster
Back in 2017, kamnur’s Bullet rating was a theme park ride with highs of 1048 and lows dropping to 652 — no drawing in the middle for this player, just pure win or lose action. Like a fine wine, Nurlan’s skills aged well, creeping past the 1800s in Bullet and soaring almost to 1900 in Rapid chess by early 2024.
Whirlwind of Formats
Equally agile in Blitz and Rapid, kamnur boasts impressive peaks of 1777 in Blitz and a staggering 1917 in Rapid chess. If chess were a marathon, Nurlan’s victory count would earn a celebrity spot—boasting over 700 wins in Bullet alone, proving that resilience and stamina are the secret weapons behind those nimble knight moves.
Style & Strategy
With an Early Resignation Rate of just 8.38%, kamnur’s grit shines through every match—no premature throws of the towel here. Nurlan is a tactician who loves the endgame dance, playing over 66% of games that reach this critical phase, with an average game length exceeding 60 moves. The comebacks? Legendary, with a suspenseful 73.66% comeback rate that would keep even the most stoic grandmasters on edge. Who says losing a piece spells disaster? Not kamnur—with a nearly 48% win rate after losing material, this player laughs in the face of adversity!
Notable Records & Rivalries
Facing opponents like joseeuwezukertor and kamnur_0911 more than 70 times each, Nurlan has turned repeat battles into epic showdowns. His win rate against top rivals often hovers around a respectable and intimidating 60%, making every encounter a strategic chess saga.
Peak Performances
- Highest Bullet rating: 1983 (Nov 2023)
- Highest Blitz rating: 1777 (May 2024)
- Highest Daily rating: 1403 (Sep 2017)
- Highest Rapid rating: 1917 (Feb 2024)
Recent Chess Adventures
Just recently, kamnur showcased an elegant victory with the Reti Opening against a tough opponent, winning by resignation after outmaneuvering with precise piece play and relentless pressure. This player’s games are a blend of solid defense and tactical fireworks, proving once again that kamnur’s chess is anything but boring.
Fun Facts
- Best time to challenge kamnur: 3:00 AM — apparently, inspiration strikes hardest while the rest of the world sleeps!
- Longest winning streak: 17 games. Not too shabby for a player who can also laugh off a 49-game losing streak.
- Psychological resilience: Balances a tilt factor of 49, showing that even the best have their moments of “Why did I just do that?”
Whether playing bullet chess like a lightning bolt or engaging in long, strategic battles in Rapid mode, Nurlan Şükürlü remains a chess character worth watching. He may not claim the grandmaster crown yet, but with a username like kamnur and a heart full of fight, the next epic game could be just a move away.
