Murtaza Rasool

Murtaza Rasool (Murt2001)

Meet Murtaza Rasool, or as the chessboard affectionados know him, Murt2001 — a player whose passion for Rapid chess is as fiery as his rating climb! With a peak Rapid rating soaring up to 814 in June 2025, Murtaza is no stranger to tactical battles and nail-biting finishes.

Since his early recorded games in 2021 with a modest Rapid rating around 620, Murtaza has experienced the classic ups and downs of a competitive chess journey. Often battling in the trenches with the Van t Kruijs Opening and dazzling opponents with his Scandinavian Defense (boasting a solid 65% win rate!), he’s a player who likes to keep things interesting and unpredictable.

Style & Personality

Murtaza’s style is a curious mix of resilience and cheeky aggression. His comeback rate is an impressive 81.65%, proving that if you think you’ve got him cornered, think again! His players know that he never surrenders easily — but fair warning, he does resign early about 2.18% of the time, so spicing up the game with swift decisions is clearly part of his charm.

Fun fact: He’s most effective around 6 PM, so better bring your A-game after work if you dare duel him. On top of that, his win rates sparkle higher when playing Black — a subtle tribute to his mysterious and tricky mindset.

Recent Highlights

One of Murtaza’s more memorable matches was in June 2025 against an opponent named “nbijesse.” In a beautifully played game, Murtaza sealed the victory by checkmate — reminding everyone that a good scout knows how to turn the tide at crucial moments. His rapid games often stretch long, averaging over 60 moves, showing patience and endurance only true chess fans admire.

    1. d4 d5 2. c3 Bf5 3. Be3 c6 4. Nd2 Nd7 5. Ngf3 f6 6. Qb3 b5 7. O-O-O a6 8. Qb4 e5 9. Qb3 e4 10. Nh4 Be6 ... 61. Qg8# 1-0
  

Despite his prowess, Murtaza has faced his fair share of tough defeats, particularly in Blitz and Bullet formats where his rating peaks are understandably more modest. But do not be fooled — rapid chess is his battlefield, and he conquers it fiercely.

Opening Preferences

• Van t Kruijs Opening: 48.85% wins in 174 games — a trusted friend and foe disruptor.
• Pirc Defense: A respectable 52.44% win rate with 82 games, showing solid strategic planning.
• Scandinavian Defense: His secret weapon, winning 65.22% of the time — sharp, straightforward, and surprisingly lethal.
• Philidor Defense: Versatile with a 57% win rate.

Opponent Chronicles

Facing “nbijesse” or “sosali”? Murtaza boasts an undefeated 100% win rate! However, some rivals like “sondaaaaa” or “matixs123” have managed to get the best of him, so every new match is a fresh adventure on the checkered battlefield.

In a Nutshell

Murtaza Rasool is the kind of player you want on your side in Rapid chess, possibly because he’s learned how to juggle patience, tactical brilliance, and just the right amount of cheeky early resignations. Whether you call him Murtaza or Murt2001, he's a formidable opponent who keeps the spirit of the game alive—one move at a time.

Careful at 6 PM, the beast awakens!