Erfan Beheshti: The Relentless Chess Warrior
Meet Erfan Beheshti, a rapidly rising star in the chess world, whose username ksodiduchc has become synonymous with tactical resilience and grinding determination. Though his rating numbers might not sparkle like a grandmaster’s trophy cabinet just yet, he’s the kind of player who battles fiercely on every board, often turning the tables with jaw-dropping comebacks. With a staggering 77.78% comeback rate after falling behind, Erfan proves that it’s never over until the last piece falls—unless he resigns early, which happens about 12% of the time (hey, even warriors need breaks).
Playing Style & Strengths
- Average moves per win: ~53 — He likes to take his time, savoring every twist and turn.
- Average moves per loss: ~44 — Sometimes the faster endpoint.
- Endgame frequency: 44.76% — A true test of patience and skill.
- White win rate: 50.28%, Black win rate: 47.87%. He performs well with both colors, like a versatile ninja on a 64-square battlefield.
- When behind in material, he still fights hard with a 46.15% win rate after losing a piece—resilient, to say the least.
Rating & Records
Erfan’s peak ratings so far:
- Rapid: 628 (Feb 2025)
- Daily: 800 (Apr 2025) — That’s some late-night blitz with the brain switching to full beast mode.
- Bullet: 481 (May 2025)
- Blitz: 327 (Mar 2025)
With hundreds of official games under his belt since early 2025, Erfan’s win/loss/draw record is almost perfectly balanced in Rapid chess with 564 wins, 555 losses, and 53 draws. Clearly, he’s no stranger to both glory and heartbreak. In Daily chess, he boasts a neat winning streak having secured 3 wins against 2 losses. Bullet and Blitz games show a similar hungry approach to the game.
Favorite Openings (and probably those sneaky traps!)
Erfan favors aggressive and classic openings, often maneuvering through the wild forests of the Scandinavian Defense (winning nearly 56% of Rapid games there) and the trusty Alekhine’s Defense with an impressive 62.5% win rate. He’s also shown real affection for the King's Pawn Opening and its variations, where he maintains solid performance, winning more than half the time. Bullet games reveal a penchant for the Philidor Defense and the Englund Gambit, showing Erfan’s willingness to take some adventurous, tactical paths early on.
Notable Opponents
Erfan has tangled with many fellow warriors of the digital 64-square arena. Notably, he has a perfect score against users like a_sc_e, harshania, and damion000, showing he can dominate opponents with variety and style. Of course, not everyone escapes unscathed—players like brayan_ch and joe-da-american have managed to checkmate him, showing that every chess journey has its ups and downs.
When to Challenge Erfan?
Statistically speaking, Erfan seems to be at his sharpest around noon (12:00), boasting the best win rate in that hour. So, if you want a fair shot at him, avoid the lunchtime battles! He’s less friendly during early mornings (where the win rate dips), likely still waking up and sipping his coffee—just like the rest of us.
Latest Victory Highlight
In a recent Daily game, Erfan displayed his tactical genius by defeating A_sC_E in a Pirc Defense Maroczy Variation, ending the game with a powerful series of moves culminating in a classic final mate. For chess enthusiasts who appreciate maneuvering and patience, this game is a must-see demonstration of Erfan’s strategic depth and fighting spirit.
View recent winning game PGN
All in all, Erfan Beheshti is a fierce, adaptable, and sometimes cheeky chess combatant. Whether it’s in rapid skirmishes, daily grind, or bullet battles, he brings his unique blend of calculated risk, spirited comebacks, and an unyielding love for the game. Watch out world – this player is only getting started!
