Muzaari ibn ʿAbd an-Nūr

Mohammed Ibn Abdullah - The Sultan of Surprises on the Chessboard

Known online as Mohammed-AbdullahSalafi, Mohammed is a chess player whose style could be described as a curious blend of calm strategist and tactical trickster — or as he might joke, "the Houdini of bullet chess." With a career full of ups and downs, he’s currently rated around 500 in bullet chess but has reached a peak of 853, showing flashes of brilliance that could light up any chess hall.

Playing Style and Strengths

Mohammed’s approach to the game is intriguingly patient and tenacious. Averaging nearly 48 moves per win and about 51 moves per loss, he clearly enjoys a good fight on the board! His ability to bounce back is splendid with a comeback rate of 79.3% — if he loses a piece, he’s almost half the time turning the tables. His early resignation rate is low (2.33%), proving he rarely gives up without a battle.

With a 50-50 split in playing strength between white and black pieces, Mohammed does not discriminate — he's equally comfortable whether setting the agenda or reacting to opponents’ moves. His endgame frequency is quite healthy, emphasizing his dogged determination to close out games, often grinding down opponents in longer duels.

Favorite Openings

If you try to surprise Mohammed in the opening, prepare for a versatile response. His beloved Van t Kruijs Opening has been his playground for over 2600 games in bullet — a testament to his commitment (and stamina). He boasts a solid 51.17% win rate there, which is no small feat considering the thousands of eyes scrutinizing his every move.

He also has a knack for the French Defense Knight Variation, where his win rate jumps up to 57%, proving he can be a fierce defender and counter-attacker. For rapid games, the same openings show up but with even more surgical precision, boasting perfect win records in some rarer lines.

Psychological Edge and Quirks

Mohammed claims his best time to play is at 8 AM, but his stats cheekily suggest 8 AM and 8 PM are sweet spots for his most effective play (though don't tell teammates, or they might steal his secret coffee formula!). He does show some signs of tilt (11 points), but who wouldn't when facing 11 consecutive losses — the longest losing streak of his career — only to bounce back with a 15-game winning streak that left many scratching their heads.

Recent Performance Highlights

Just recently, Mohammed triumphed in a bullet match against "Fouban," pulling off a victory with a brilliant late-game queen exchange that forced his opponent to run out of time. You can watch this masterpiece here and witness the Van t Kruijs charm in action! Not shy of losses either, his recent skirmishes have taught him valuable lessons — including the reminder that sometimes, your opponent just knows where your bishop wants to nap forever!

The Man Beyond the Moves

Outside the 64 squares, Mohammed is often found chuckling about his own blunders, believing chess is as much a mental workout as a comedy of errors. Always ready with a witty quip like, "I’m not losing, I’m just giving my opponents a fighting chance," he remains a beloved figure in online chess communities.

Whether racing against time in bullet or pondering deep strategy in rapid games, Mohammed Ibn Abdullah continues to embrace every twist and turn — proving that chess isn’t just about ratings, it’s about the thrill of the game and the joy of never truly folding.