Oleg Gladyszev - International Master
Oleg Gladyszev, known online as mi2497, is a formidable International Master titlist who thrives in the fast and furious world of blitz chess. Hailing from the realm of rapid moves and tactical skirmishes, Oleg has steadily climbed the rating ladder, reaching a peak blitz rating of 2557 in March 2025—definitely not a number you want to underestimate when the clock is ticking!
Chess Journey & Style
Oleg’s playing style is a fascinating blend of endurance and resilience. With an impressive average of 76 moves per win, his games tend to be marathons rather than sprints. He’s seen to favor grinding out wins deep into the endgame, as indicated by his 87.16% endgame frequency. This guy just doesn’t give up easily!
A tactician at heart, Oleg has an amazing 83.4% comeback rate after falling behind, showing nerves of steel and a knack for turning the tables when most would fold. He practically plays chess like a thrilling movie scene—full of tension, surprises, and unforgettable finishes.
Blitz Battles & Stats
In blitz arenas, Oleg commands respect. Out of 997 blitz games with his favorite "Top Secret" opening repertoire, he has a very respectable win rate of 47.14%. Across more than 970 blitz victories, he has engaged in intense battles with nearly equal balance in wins (470) and losses (458), proving that every game is a fierce duel.
His longest winning streak? A solid 7 games. But beware of his longest losing streak, also 7 games—even the best warriors have tough days!
Timing is Everything
Apparently, Oleg’s psychological sweet spot is 8:00 AM, when his win rate hits an incredible 75%. So if you plan on facing him, maybe don’t challenge him before his morning coffee!
Notable Opponents & Memorable Moments
Among his many duels, Oleg has sparred multiple times with notable usernames like cruz29, tooktook, and delboj7, showcasing a competitive spirit in rematches and rivalries. While some foes have given him a rough go (looking at you, “zufi1811” with a 0% win rate), others have been totally outwitted with perfect 100% win marks.
A Recent Triumph
In March 2025, Oleg showcased his mastery by defeating an opponent rated 2549 via resignation after a grueling encounter in the Queen's Gambit Accepted (Janowski Larsen Variation). The game demonstrated his strategic depth and patience, culminating in a clean finish at move 40. You can revisit the encounter here and marvel at the flawless execution.
In Conclusion
Whether you admire his tenacity, his frequent endgame finesse, or his uncanny timing, Oleg Gladyszev (mi2497) is a player who embodies the thrilling unpredictability and endurance chess demands. Just don’t expect him to resign early—he left that bad habit at zero percent!
Constructive Feedback for Oleg Gladyszev
1. Quick Snapshot
- Current strength: aggressive, tactical style that scores well when the initiative is yours.
- Biggest pain-points: letting counterplay grow on the queenside in your Grand-Prix/Closed-Sicilian games, and technical slip-ups in simplified positions.
- Peak rating so far: 2557 (2025-03-10) – well earned, but a few small fixes could push you higher.
2. What You’re Doing Well
- Initiative-first mindset. In several wins (e.g. vs. Enriquack and LanEdNes) you seized space early, kept the enemy king in the centre and converted before move 30.
- Resourceful tactics under pressure. Even when down material you often find counter-shots such as 27.Rxg6+! or 32.Qd5+! to turn the tables.
- Opening variety. Mixing 1.e4 and 1.d4 keeps opponents guessing and is useful for long-term growth.
3. Priority Fixes
A. Grand-Prix / Closed-Sicilian as Black
Your last loss to pisher (moves 8-15) shows the recurring problem:
- …a6-b5-b4 looks tempting but gives White clear squares (Nd5/Nf5 or Nb6-c4-d6).
- The queen often lands on a5/c7 and becomes a tactical target.
- The pawn on b4 leaves c4 and d5 weak – strong outposts for White’s knights.
B. Transition to Technical Endgames
Two recent defeats (vs. patzer-reloaded and zeitistgeld1) show promising middlegames drift into lost rook-or-minor-piece endings because:
- You exchange into endings without a plan to create a passed pawn.
- Pawn structure decisions (e.g. …g5 or …f6) create long-term weaknesses the opponent slowly targets.
C. Clock Management
In most games you spend >40 seconds on a single move around moves 15-25, then finish with <10 seconds for 20 moves. Blitz rewards consistent pace. Try the “30-20-10” rule:
- First 10 moves: max 30 sec in total (play prep).
- Moves 11-20: max 20 sec per move (critical middlegame).
- Moves 21+: aim to keep >10 sec increment-style buffer.
4. 30-Day Action Plan
| Day(s) | Task | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1-7 | Build a “safe” anti-Grand-Prix repertoire (…d6-e6 lines) and review 5 GM games. | Stabilise main opening weakness. |
| 8-14 | Daily 20 puzzles focusing on zwischenzug & overloaded defender. | Sharpen tactical edge. |
| 15-21 | Endgame drill: 15 random rook endings on a trainer & annotate 2 of your own. | Convert winning positions, save worse ones. |
| 22-30 | Play 30 blitz games with the “30-20-10” clock rule, tag moments when you broke it. | Ingrain time discipline. |
5. Key Concepts to Revisit
- BackwardPawn & how to provoke it in the Sicilian.
- ExchangeSacrifice on c3/d4 (watch Nepomniachtchi’s games).
- MinorPieceEndgame – opposite-coloured bishops are not always drawish when pawns are on both wings.
6. Motivation Boost
“Small improvements repeated daily lead to giant rating jumps.” You already play at ~2550 blitz; one cleaner opening line and better clock control could push you to 2650 within a couple of months.
Keep enjoying the game, keep the tactics flowing, and let me know if you’d like deeper opening files or endgame drills!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| cruz29 | 2W / 4L / 0D | |
| delboj7 | 2W / 4L / 0D | |
| Z I | 4W / 2L / 0D | |
| fastfaun | 4W / 1L / 0D | |
| Johnny Antonios | 3W / 2L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2550 | |||
| 2021 | 2501 | |||
| 2020 | 2397 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 78W / 75L / 10D | 73W / 77L / 14D | 86.1 |
| 2021 | 51W / 55L / 10D | 57W / 51L / 8D | 83.6 |
| 2020 | 110W / 99L / 11D | 101W / 101L / 16D | 83.2 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Four Knights Variation, Cobra Variation | 85 | 43 | 36 | 6 | 50.6% |
| Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation | 55 | 29 | 25 | 1 | 52.7% |
| Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation | 42 | 25 | 15 | 2 | 59.5% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 35 | 15 | 15 | 5 | 42.9% |
| Gruenfeld: Exchange Variation | 35 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 48.6% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 30 | 11 | 15 | 4 | 36.7% |
| QGD: 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.e3 | 30 | 15 | 15 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Australian Defense | 29 | 11 | 16 | 2 | 37.9% |
| King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Classical System, Benko Attack | 26 | 14 | 11 | 1 | 53.9% |
| King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Bobotsov-Korchnoi-Petrosian Variation | 21 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 66.7% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 7 | 0 |
| Losing | 7 | 1 |