Sharvesh Deviprasath aka KarateBaby
Meet Sharvesh Deviprasath, a FIDE Master who’s been quietly (and sometimes not so quietly) storming the online chess battlegrounds. Known by their username KarateBaby, Sharvesh combines the precision of a martial artist with the strategic mind of a grandmaster-in-the-making. This player doesn’t just play chess; they dance their pieces across the board like it’s an epic showdown—sometimes winning with style, sometimes losing with flair.
About the Player
Earning the title FIDE Master already sets Sharvesh apart from many chess enthusiasts, but the real fun lies in their extensive blitz and bullet history. With a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2653 (April 2024) and a bullet peak pushing the dizzying heights of 2808 (October 2022), KarateBaby truly embodies fast and furious chess.
Playing Style & Stats
- Versatility: Sharvesh’s rating across all formats—blitz, bullet, rapid, and daily—shows incredible adaptability. From lightning-fast bullet duels to thoughtful daily games, they’ve conquered many time controls.
- Resilience: With a comeback rate of over 80%, KarateBaby never throws in the towel easily. They’ve mastered the art of clawing back from seemingly lost positions like a chess ninja.
- Endgame Guru: They reach endgames nearly two-thirds of the time, proving their love for the gritty, tension-filled finale where every move counts.
- Opening Preferences: Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack variations and the Indian Game are among Sharvesh’s favorite battlegrounds. They enjoy tricky and nuanced openings that confuse opponents and give them an early edge.
- Signature Achievement: Longest winning streak? A jaw-dropping 37 games, proving that when Sharvesh is on fire, they're almost unstoppable!
Notable Moments
Recent games illustrate Sharvesh’s tactical prowess: their latest victory sealed by resignation, and not by chance but by sheer positional mastery over their opponent. Their willingness to dive deep into the battlefield, outlasting opponents in games lasting dozens of moves, speaks to a player who values skill and patience almost as much as raw speed.
Fun Facts
- Never afraid to switch gears, KarateBaby has an average winning rate of about 50% with the white pieces and a snarling near-47% with black. A true ambidextrous gladiator on the wooden battlefield!
- Beware if you face them between 10-11 AM; statistically, that's their best time of day to play. Maybe their coffee hits just right then?
- Despite facing an array of online warriors, KarateBaby holds a respectable record against some infamous opponents — and a few opponents probably wish they hadn't.
Whether you're aspiring to improve your blitz or just looking for a chess profile that's as deep as a grandmaster's preparation and as entertaining as a sitcom, Sharvesh Deviprasath's journey is worth a follow. Because in the kingdom of knights and pawns, every move counts — and Sharvesh plays like every game is their last... and their best.
