Krishna Chaitanya Makani

Krishna Chaitanya Makani (kcmakani)

Krishna Chaitanya Makani, or simply kcmakani to friends, foes, and chess.com opponents alike, is a blitz enthusiast with a rollercoaster ride of ratings that could make even the most daring thrill-seeker dizzy. Peaking at a respectable 1542 in blitz back in June 2015, Krishna has been swinging through the ranks with the grace of a knight and the cunning of a bishop ever since.

Chess Journey & Style

Starting with a solid blitz rating around 1300 in 2015, Krishna’s journey hasn’t been about easy wins but about learning, adapting, and never resigning early (a modest early resignation rate of only 1.97%). With an endgame frequency well above 68%, he clearly enjoys those tense final moves where every pawn push feels like a dramatic plot twist. His average number of moves per win (~62) suggests Krishna’s games are anything but quick sprints—they’re full-fledged marathons where patience and strategy reign supreme.

Never one to shy away from complexity, his comeback rate sits impressively at 82.55%, showing that even when the odds are against him, kcmakani fights back like a true warrior. Whether he’s using his White pieces with a 48.36% win rate or sneaky Black defenses (44.76% win rate), Krishna delivers stubborn resistance and tactical awareness that keep his opponents up late at night.

Favorite Openings

Krishna’s opening repertoire is as enigmatic as his username. Dominating with "Top Secret" openings in blitz with nearly 7,000 games played, he also plays the Scandinavian Defense with a respectable 50% win rate, and tries his luck with gambits like the Scotch Game Scotch Gambit Haxo Gambit (66.67% win rate!), keeping his opponents guessing and on their toes.

Recent Battles

In his latest skirmishes, Krishna was not just holding the line but conquering foes. Most recently, he defeated guigui010 in a classy Scandinavian Defense battle by resignation, showing off sharp tactical play and positional mastery. Not every day is victorious, though—like any good chess player, he’s tasted defeat too, most recently getting checkmated by CHOPS62 in a game that reminds us all that even kings can have off days.

Psychological Edge

With a tilt factor of 11, Krishna takes losses seriously but not too seriously—he knows every defeat is just fuel for the comeback. His best time to play is 9 PM, perfect for night owls who believe the stars align for their best moves after sunset. His win rate against lower-rated players is a reliable 72%, so if you meet him in casual play, beware: he’s a cunning hunter who rarely lets easy prey slip away!

A Fun Fact

If you ever spot Krishna massively juking an opponent with a sneaky resignation timing or dropping a bishop just in time for a comeback, don’t be surprised. With a Win Rate After Losing Piece of over 43%, kcmakani could probably write a book titled, "How to Win After Blundering."

Summary

Whether you're facing him in blitz, rapid, or bullet, Krishna Chaitanya Makani is a resilient and passionate chess player who enjoys the beautiful chaos of the game. His journey is a testament to grit, humor, and the eternal pursuit of that perfect checkmate. Opponents beware: underestimating kcmakani may just lead to a swift surprise on the board!

Links to his recent games:

• Win vs guigui010 - Scandinavian Defense
• Win vs sbartolo - Sicilian Defense
• Loss vs CHOPS62 - Four Knights Game