Nikoloz Managadze IM

Nikoloz Managadze (aka manikoloz)

Meet Nikoloz Managadze, an International Master who dances through the lightning-fast world of blitz and bullet chess like a grandmaster ninja. With a peak blitz rating soaring to 2619 in mid-2019 and a bullet peak of 2467 in 2018, Nikoloz proves that speed and strategy are his best friends – and occasional frenemies.

Chess Journey & Style

Starting with humble bullet ratings around 1400 in 2012, Nikoloz carved a path of relentless improvement and tactical brilliance. Known for their impressive comeback rate of over 79%, this player doesn't quit even when the chips are down – instead, they cook up crafty plans and execute them with surgical precision.

Averaging a whopping 73 moves per winning game, Nikoloz clearly enjoys the long game as much as the flashy finishes. Their white pieces bring nearly a 58.5% win rate, while black holds strong with over 52% victories. Early resignations are rare (~0.35%), showing a fighter's heart to battle down to the wire.

Stats That Tell a Story

• Total blitz games won: 718, lost: 474, drawn: 110
• Total bullet games won: 2551, lost: 1817, drawn: 213
• Longest winning streak: an extraordinary 24 games in a row – who needs rest?
• Psychological resilience: a tilt factor of merely 11 shows steady nerves under pressure
• Best time of day to catch the magic? 3 AM – when the world sleeps, manikoloz strikes.

Opening Choices – Top Secret?

It's no secret that Nikoloz enjoys a "Top Secret" opening style, mastering the mysteries of the chessboard to achieve a 55%+ win rate in both blitz and bullet. Whether unleashing surprise attacks or cleverly countering opponents’ strategies, manikoloz thrives on unpredictability.

Recent Highlights

Here's a taste of recent victories:

1. Nf3 d5 2. c4 c6 3. e3 Nf6 4. b3 dxc4 5. bxc4 Bf5 6. Bb2 e6 7. Nc3 Be7 8. h3 Bd3 9. Be2 Na6 ...
(English Opening meets Caro-Kann Defensive System, ending in a classy resignation by the opponent)

And, yes, even heroes stumble sometimes! Like in a recent game where a carefully fought battle ended in a defeat by checkmate. But as any true chess warrior knows, every loss is just a prelude to the next epic win.

Behind the Stats

Beyond numbers and ratings, Nikoloz is a player who understands the psychological layers of chess. With a high win rate after losing a piece and the cool-headedness to avoid being rattled, manikoloz is not just moving pieces but dancing with them, orchestrating wins in the symphony of the board.

Whether you're a fan of fast tactical fireworks or slow strategic battles, Nikoloz Managadze’s games are well worth watching. Just remember: if you face manikoloz after midnight, you better bring your A-game – and maybe a coffee.