Morteza Darban Vaighani (mdv1982)
International Master of Chess
Meet Morteza Darban Vaighani, an International Master who maneuvers chessboards like a grandmaster puppeteer—except with less smoke and mirrors, and more calculated moves that leave opponents scratching their heads. Whether blitzing through rapid-fire games or rolling the dice in bullet time, Morteza’s sharp tactical awareness and ironclad nerve have earned respect and, more importantly, wins.
Did you know?
- Peak blitz rating hit an impressive 2394 in May 2023. That’s higher than most people’s caffeine intake on a Monday morning!
- Rapid play prowess peaked at a sturdy 2250 by March 2025.
- Bullet chess? Sure, it’s fast and furious, but Morteza packs a win rate over 70% with a peak rating above 1350.
Playing Style & Stats
Known for a promising blend of patience and aggression, Morteza averages about 52 moves per win—which means they’re willing to drag you through a long strategic slog before delivering the knockout blow. With a solid 75% win rate regardless of playing White or Black, this player refuses to be pinned down by color.
Ever the comeback artist, Morteza's 60.9% comeback rate and nearly 73% win rate after losing a piece shows that adversity just means the game isn’t over yet.
They do have a modest tilt factor of 6, which means a small meltdown now and then—the only meltdown should be from their opponents witnessing Morteza's steady rise!
Favorite Openings and Secret Weapons
Morteza dances to a Top Secret opening repertoire that’s nothing short of formidable—boasting over 70% win rate in blitz and an even more impressive near 87% success rate in rapid. Additionally, an eclectic mix of Sicilian variants, the English Opening, and Queens Pawn setups keeps adversaries on their toes.
Match Records & Friendly Rivalries
Key rivals beware: Morteza has thrashed opponents like timucin-nurmagamedov with a staggering 96.43% win rate across 28 clashes. Casual players might find themselves outmatched quickly, as Morteza dominates below-rating opponents with almost 88% wins and even holds their own (46% wins) against higher-rated foes.
Memorable Moment
On May 31, 2025, Morteza clinched a graceful victory playing White against timucin-nurmagamedov through the Sicilian Defense French Variation, winning with style—and resignation from the opponent—after 14 moves. For those who love to relive the drama, the full game is here.
Off the Clock
Morteza prefers mornings for their best chess; 6 AM sessions shine with a 100% win rate, making sunrise the perfect time to unleash their strategic genius. Even during less optimal hours, the win rates rarely dip below 50%—a testament to their consistent brilliance.
In Conclusion
Whether you’re here to admire Morteza’s tactical wizardry, marvel at their resilience, or simply in awe of their ability to keep a cool head while playing at lightning speed, one thing’s clear: mdv1982 isn’t just playing chess—they’re redefining it. Opponents can either surrender early or prepare for a battle of wits with a fierce adversary.