Maha Bukharie (missmo0oha)
Meet Maha Bukharie, a blitz battlefield general and daily chess warrior with a flair for turning pawns into chaos and opponents into puzzled spectators. Known in the chess world as missmo0oha, she’s a player whose style is as dynamic as it is unpredictable—one minute she’s rolling out the Queens Pawn Opening with over a 50% win rate in blitz, and the next she’s throwing down the Englund Gambit like a curveball nobody saw coming.
Rating Rollercoaster & Time Control Preferences
Maha’s best month in blitz saw a peak rating of 422 (January 2025), a testament to her blitz speed—and yes, she plays a lot of blitz, more than 1,000 games since 2025 alone! Not one to stick to slow and steady, she shines brightest when the clock’s ticking fast. Her daily chess performance is no slouch either, boasting a peak daily rating close to 986 in early 2025, proving she can also conquer longer, more deliberate battles.
Favorite Openings (and Some Surprises!)
- Queens Pawn Opening – Often seen and surprisingly effective with over 50% wins in blitz.
- Englund Gambit – A daring choice given its risky nature, but Maha manages a respectable ~36% win rate in blitz and even better in rapid.
- Van Geet Opening – The “secret weapon” of many games, with sub-40% win rates that suggest experimentation with style and counters.
- Alekhines Defense – An aggressive and surprising defense, showing her love for complexity and a good challenge.
A Player Who Understands the Clock
Maha has mastered the art of blitz timing, with an unusual strength at odd hours: she’s got her highest win percentage when playing around 21:00 and 22:00 hours, crushing opponents with a win rate of up to 75% at 21:00. Just don’t expect her to be a morning person, with a 0% win rate at midnight and just 25% at 1:00 AM. Night owl or chess ninja? You decide!
Psychological Warfare & Playing Style
Maha is no stranger to the ups and downs of chess psychology. With a tilt factor of 9, she knows how to keep calm and collected—well, mostly. She’s famous for making daring comebacks, boasting an impressive ~49% comeback rate after being behind. On average, her wins stretch over 48 moves, proving she’s in for the long haul when chasing victory. But beware: she resigns early in about 14% of games—sometimes, you’ve just got to accept the harsh truth and prepare for the next battle.
Recent Highlights in the Arena
Maha’s recent blitz triumphs include a razor-sharp victory over hzr59 where time pressure worked in her favor, winning on time in a tense Alekhines Defense matchup. Her resilience shines through in games where she secures wins by resignation or clock pressure, showcasing both strategic and psychological finesse.
Memorable Game Moment:
1. e4 Nf6 2. Nc3 g5 3. g3 Bg7 4. Bd3 d5 5. exd5 Nxd5 6. Qf3 Nxc3 7. bxc3 Qd6 8. Rb1 Qe6+ 9. Qe3 Qxa2 10. Rb2 Qa1 11. Kd1 Bxc3 12. dxc3 Rg8 13. Qxg5 Nc6 14. Qxg8+ Kd7 15. Qxh7 Qa5 16. Qf5+ Kd6 17. Qxf7 Qc5 18. Qf5 Qxf5 19. Bxf5 Ne5 20. g4 Nf7 21. Bf4+ Kd5 22. Rb5+ Kc4 23. Rb3 b5 24. Nf3 Bb7 25. Re1 Bxf3+ 26. Kd2 Rd8+ 27. Ke3 Bg2 28. Bxc7 Rg8 0-1
Summary
Maha Bukharie, aka missmo0oha, is a fearless competitor with a playful approach to openings and a knack for time control mastery. Whether blitzing furiously or strategizing over daily games, she’s a player who mixes tenacity with a dash of unpredictability—the perfect recipe for a thrilling chess adventure.
