Muhammad Khusenkhojaev
International Master of Chess
Muhammad Khusenkhojaev, or just Khusenkhojaev to his countless fans (and opponents who dread facing him), is a formidable International Master certified by FIDE, known for his dogged blitz battles and impressive tactical prowess. With a peak blitz rating soaring to 2864 in early 2025, Khusenkhojaev channels the fierce energy of a blitz storm, making every move swift, sharp, and sometimes... surprising.
His style? A bit like a chess ninja: calm on the outside but ready to pounce when you least expect it. Known for rarely resigning early (early resignation rate only 0.92%), he prefers to fight through endgames, which he engages in one out of every five matches! And if you lose a piece against him? Don't worry, Khusenkhojaev's comeback rate is a staggering 89%, meaning he’s not just hunting weaknesses—he’s absorbing punches and coming back for more.
Not one to shy away from complexity, Khusenkhojaev’s average winning games stretch over 77 moves, proving patience is indeed a virtue in his kingdom. Fans say he's the kind of player who turns every game into a psychological thriller, with a slightly quirky tilt factor of 13 (because, let’s face it, even the best have their moments).
Across formats, he’s a beast in blitz and bullet, with peak bullet ratings touching 2465 and rapid reaching a respectable 2402, proving versatility beyond just fast moves—though blitz remains his crown jewel.
Highlights & Fun Facts:
- Longest winning streak: 9 games (watch out for hot streaks!)
- Favorite time to play: Midnight hour (when the pawns come alive!)
- Most played opening: The notorious "Unknown Opening" - sneaky and mysterious, much like his in-game persona.
- Win/Loss/Draw record in Blitz: almost a perfect battlefield with 2895 wins and 2952 losses (close match!)
- Careful with resignation: Muhammad has ended over 2000 wins by opponent resignation, terrifying his foes into forfeiting!
His recent games show excellent tactical acumen, where he bounces back quickly after setbacks and leaves no mercy to his opponents, often coaxing them into resigning before checkmate.
Whether you call him Khusenkhojaev or simply "The Blitz Wizard," one thing’s for sure — when he’s at the board, forget casual chess. It’s a battle of wits, nerves, and lightning speed!
“He’s got more tricks up his sleeve than a magician at a grandmaster convention.” – Some well-placed fan probably.