Mahammad Muradli: The Tireless Online International Master
Mahammad Muradli, who battles under the username murmah2003, is a FIDE International Master with an online style that never slows down. He thinks deeply in Daily chess, then sprints through hundreds of Blitz and Bullet games as if the clock owes him money. Along the way he has built a huge online record, made lasting rivalries, and turned many unusual openings into personal trademarks.
A Lover of Daily Chess and Speed Chess Alike
His preferred time control is Daily, and his Daily rating climbed to 2047 (2019-01-08). In that format he can spend a long time on critical middlegame decisions. But his profile also shows a passion for fast chess. He reached a Blitz peak of 2768 (2019-01-06) and a Bullet peak of 2725 (2018-10-30), proving he is comfortable when the clock is a weapon rather than a background noise.
The chart above tracks his Blitz journey. It shows the kind of wild swings that come from playing thousands of games against strong online opposition. His longest winning streak was 17 games, but he has also survived losing streaks long enough to test anyone's patience. Through it all, he keeps coming back for more.
An Opening Repertoire That Keeps Opponents Guessing
Muradli rarely picks the most obvious plan. With White he frequently opens with the Nimzo-Larsen Attack, using moves like 1.b3 and 1.Nf3 to create flexible and tricky positions. With Black, he is famous for stepping into the Alekhine Defense after 1.e4, inviting the opponent to chase his knight across the board. He also handles the Sicilian Defense with confidence, especially in Daily games where his win rate with many Sicilian lines is strong.
This willingness to play less mainstream ideas makes him a difficult target. Opponents cannot prepare for one narrow line because Muradli is happy to switch from a quiet positional setup to a sharp struggle in the space of a few moves.
Endgame Patience and Comeback Power
Some online players try to win in 20 moves. Muradli is different. His average winning game stretches beyond 80 moves, and he reaches an endgame in more than 80 percent of his games. That patience pays off. His comeback rate is high, so a lost-looking game can suddenly turn around when he enters the endgame with accurate technique.
The opening performance chart shows how much of his success depends on choosing the right battleground. His very best results come when he can steer the game toward lines he knows well. His record is particularly strong against lower rated players, where he converts experience into wins again and again.
Rivalries That Define an Online Career
No look at Muradli's account would be complete without mentioning Ahmad Ahmadzada. The two players met an incredible 230 times, with Muradli winning 101 games while Ahmad Ahmadzada won 108, plus 21 draws. That is a rivalry in every sense of the word. Another familiar name is Khazar Babazada, who faced Muradli in more than 200 games. These repeated battles have sharpened his instincts, his opening preparation, and his ability to shake off tough losses.
A Move in the Muradli Style
If you want to see one of his favorite opening ideas, look no further than the Alekhine Defense. A typical start might be 1.e4 Nf6 2.e5 Nd5 3.d4 d6, with Black already asking White to prove something. Muradli has played this line hundreds of times online.
Whether he is playing a daily game at his own pace or blitzing out moves in a late-night bullet session, Mahammad Muradli plays with energy, creativity, and a deep love for the game. For younger players, his profile is a reminder that chess can be both serious and playful at the same time.