Denis Khismatullin GM

Denis Khismatullin (aka Krakozia)

Title: Grandmaster (FIDE)

Denis Khismatullin, known in the chess cosmos as Krakozia, is a formidable Grandmaster who commands the 64 squares with a blend of tactical prowess and unwavering resilience. With a penchant for blitz and bullet chess, Denis has dazzled opponents worldwide, accumulating a blitz peak rating north of 3050 and bullet highs approaching 2940. Don’t be fooled by the numbers alone — Krakozia's games are an electrifying mix of deep strategy and daring attacks, often ending in resignation or checkmate, since why drag out the agony?

Playing Style & Personality

Krakozia’s style could be described as a thrilling rollercoaster ride. His average winning games last over 75 moves, proving that patience and endurance are key, but those games also sometimes stretch long enough to see your coffee grow cold. Known for his incredible comeback rate of nearly 84%, Denis specializes in turning the tables when most players would’ve surrendered. Losing a piece? No problem — he wins over half the time afterward, embodying the spirit of "never say die" in pawn and piece form.

Psychologically, Denis has a tilt factor of 6 — just enough to remind us he’s human, but still largely composed during his battles. His best hours to strike happen early in the morning (a magical 9 AM hour), when the brain is fresh and the pawns march to their doom with conviction.

Notable Records & Stats

• Longest Winning Streak: 17 games (because sometimes the chess gods just smile)
• Win Rate Against Tough Opponents: Varied like a Swiss cheese — some opponents have been dispatched with 100% win rate, others keep him on his toes!
• Blitz Win-Loss-Draw: 188-155-56
• Bullet Win-Loss-Draw: 276-118-14

Recent Memorable Game

One of Denis's recent triumphs under the username Krakozia is a dazzling victory using the Queen’s Indian Defense. Navigating complications with knight and bishop finesse, he forced his opponent into resignation by the 35th move, showcasing why his peers respect him and why his fans eagerly follow his games online.

You can witness his chess artistry in action here.

Fun Fact

His blitz rating once sprang from a humble 955 to a staggering 3051 over a few years — talk about a glow-up! It seems Krakozia does not just play chess; he transforms it.

Whether it’s bullet or blitz, early resignations (rare, at just 0.73%) or grinding out complex endgames (a whopping 84% frequency), Denis Khismatullin is a chess warrior who adapts and conquers. Keep an eye out — with a name like Krakozia and skills this sharp, there's always a surprise move waiting in the wings.