Kaushlendra Shah: Chess Journeyman Extraordinaire
Meet Kaushlendra Shah, also known to the online chess world as kaushlendrashah. A player whose rating graph resembles a rollercoaster at an amusement park, Kaushlendra has been battling it out in the chess arena since at least 2018. With a blitz max rating hovering around 1353 back in the day and a rapid peak of 1341, this player has proven to be persistent—even if his losses sometimes outnumber wins in blitz sessions.
Playing Style & Personality
Kaushlendra’s playing style is as resilient as a champ—with an impressive Comeback Rate of nearly 81% and an astounding 100% win rate after losing a piece. Clearly, giving up is not in his dictionary, and early resignation is rare (just 2%). The games tend to be long affairs, with an average of about 65 moves per win and over 72 moves per loss, painting a picture of gritty, hard-fought battles on the board.
Psychologically, he experiences a tilt factor of 17—meaning sometimes frustration creeps in—but that just makes the comeback stories sweeter. He plays black almost as well as white, with a fairly balanced win rate.
Ratings & Achievements
- Blitz: Peaked at 1353 in 2018, current rating around 1029 (as of 2025)
- Rapid: Max rapid rating hit 1341 in 2020, with strong performances continuing into 2023.
- Bullet: More of a casual touch here, with ratings around mid 900s.
- Daily Chess: Just a single rated game, but hey, everyone's got their quirks.
Opponent Highlights
Kaushlendra has squared off against hundreds of opponents, with some funny tidbits in his win-loss records. For example, he has a 100% win record against "dangersepehr" and "celestialav," but unfortunately, he keeps hitting a wall against rivals like "aryanatwal" and "geradm00" (0% wins, ouch!). His longest winning streak is a respectable 9 games, though lately, the current streak is taking a coffee break at 0.
Secret Weapon
All openings are top secret according to the stats, so opponents are left guessing—perhaps that's part of Kaushlendra’s charm or perhaps his chess coach insists on mystery. Either way, it’s worked well enough with a respectable 46.5% win rate in blitz over nearly 5,000 games.
When to Catch Kaushlendra in Action?
Time-wise, Kaushlendra’s most successful games happen during quiet early hours (3 AM shines with over 50% win rate) as well as a strong presence around 10 AM and 11 AM, where he seems sharp and ready to pounce.
In Summary
Kaushlendra Shah is a tenacious chess enthusiast with an impressive track record in rapid and blitz formats. Whether clawing back from a lost piece or grinding out long endgames, he is a competitor who blends unpredictability, resilience, and just the right sprinkle of mystery. While he may not be your typical grandmaster, his journey through thousands of games—through highs, lows, and hilariously mixed results—demonstrates the heart of a true chess warrior.
Keep your eyes peeled; he might just surprise you on the board next!