Kaustubh Pagar

Kaustubh Pagar: The Chess Adventurer

Kaustubh Pagar, also known by the username kaustubhpagar57, is not your typical chess player. Balancing between moments of genius and bouts of early resignation (about 3% of the time, but hey, who’s counting?), Kaustubh’s chess journey reads like an epic tale of perseverance, comebacks, and plenty of surprises.

Rating and Performance Through the Years

• Rapid Chess: Starting in 2023 with a modest rating around 534, Kaustubh impressively climbed to a peak of 1238 in early 2024. Although 2025 shows a slight dip, his average remains a respectable 1049, highlighting resilience and steady gameplay.
• Blitz and Bullet: Blitz ratings hover in the mid-500s with flashes of brilliance, while Bullet remains a thrilling rollercoaster, ranging between 223 to 730, showcasing Kaustubh’s speed and nerves in fast games.
• Daily Chess: A rare visitor here with just one recorded game—a humble 0–1 result reminding us all even great players take losses.

Playing Style & Chess Quirks

With an average game length just shy of 60 moves, Kaustubh’s style leans heavily toward the endgame (about 60% of his games reach it) — a true strategist who relishes the battle after the dust settles. Despite a tilt factor of 11, which means Kaustubh sometimes gets a touch frustrated, their comeback rate of nearly 75% and a perfect win rate after losing a piece prove they’re not easily rattled.

The Streaks and Rivalries

Longest winning streak? A commendable 14 games, showing that when the stars align, Kaustubh is unstoppable. Yet the current winning streak is zero, so it’s anyone’s guess when the next hot streak will come.

He has some favorite opponents, like pradumn1 and darkshark08, with mixed results reminding us even on the chessboard, old rivalries and new challenges keep the thrill alive.

Extra Fun Facts

• His win percentages vary with the day of the week, peaking on Saturdays with a solid 52.5% success rate.
• When playing at 4 AM, Kaustubh’s win rate is an astounding 57%. Night owl or just strategically biding time? You decide.
• Underdog alert: Kaustubh boasts a 100% win rate after losing a piece, basically turning missed pawns into moments of triumph.

In summary, Kaustubh Pagar is a determined, endgame-loving chess warrior with a knack for bouncing back stronger. Whether facing time pressure or psychological tilt, chess is clearly more than a game — it’s an adventure filled with ups, downs, and plenty of surprises. Watch out for kaustubhpagar57 on the chessboard; when the pieces fall into place, anything can happen!