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Nikesh06

Playing Since: 2024-01-13 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Daily: 866
71W / 57L / 5D
Rapid: 2091
1368W / 1160L / 215D
Blitz: 998
92W / 100L / 9D
Bullet: 540
48W / 25L / 0D

About Nikesh06

Meet Nikesh06, a chess enthusiast whose journey started from a modest rapid rating of around 200 to an astonishing peak of 2060 in less than two years! Not your average chess player, Nikesh06 has been on quite the rollercoaster ride of wins, losses, and draws — much like a suspense thriller with an unpredictable ending.

Rise of the Rapid Star

Beginning 2024 with rapid games rating in the low 200s, Nikesh06 demonstrated remarkable persistence and strategic brilliance, steadily climbing the ladder. By mid-2025, the rating skyrocketed to over 2000! Whether it’s the Alapin Sicilian Defense, where a solid 66.7% win rate shows Nikesh06 knows how to punish opponents, or the Philidor Defense boasting a 60.5% success rate, this player clearly understands the art of both defense and attack.

Versatile in All Time Controls

Rapid might be the main stage, but Nikesh06 is no one-trick pony. Blitz and bullet? Checked. Daily games? Absolutely. The player’s blitz peak crept close to 1000, bullet capped at 591, and daily hovering above 800. Despite a rocky start in bullet games with many ups and downs, improvement and tenacity shine through. Plus, with a comeback win rate north of 76%, Nikesh06 never gives up—even when the chips are down.

Playing Style: The Patient Predator

If chess games were marathons, Nikesh06 would be the steady pacer refusing to sprint prematurely. With an average of 61 moves per win, patience is a virtue here. Endgames occur frequently, highlighting deep strategic planning. One quirky fact: the best time to catch Nikesh06 at their chess peak is mysteriously at 23:00 — maybe a secret night owl’s edge or just a lucky charm?

Psychological Profile

Everyone has their tilt moments, and Nikesh06’s tilt factor of 14 suggests occasional frustration, but it’s dwarfed by an overall tactical awareness and mental resilience. This player knows how to bounce back after losing a piece (with a 45.5% win rate afterward) and rarely suffers a one-sided loss, showing grit and grit alone.

Memorable Games

A recent jewel in the crown: a riveting victory by resignation in a Philidor Defense exchange on June 1, 2025, showcasing sharp tactics against pradas_delfin. Earlier, dramatic wins against notable opponents like GM_Cargo highlight Nikesh06’s fearlessness on the battlefield. Losses exist, but even they tell tales of fierce battles and valuable lessons.

Opponent Relations

Nikesh06 has an enviable knack for some opponents—boasting perfect records against certain rivals while still striving to break even against others. Win rates against longtime competition show an evolving gameplan and unyielding competitive spirit.

Final Thoughts

To sum up, Nikesh06 is like the chessboard itself — a mix of structured strategy, sprinkled chaos, and lots of surprises. Whether you’re an aspiring player or just here for the stories, following Nikesh06's exploits promises a combination of educational plays and entertaining moments. So beware: if you face Nikesh06, expect the unexpected and prepare for a battle of wits crowned with resilience and flair.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
vullnetlila 1W / 1L / 1D View
zorro673 0W / 0L / 1D View
vmancooks 0W / 1L / 0D View
mojopahit48 0W / 1L / 0D View
bojken2 1W / 0L / 0D View
koarakawaii 0W / 1L / 0D View
23buks 1W / 0L / 0D View
spydergambit 1W / 0L / 0D View
ale2171 0W / 1L / 0D View
bouncyescape 1W / 0L / 0D View
Most Played Opponents
nsacharya22 32W / 9L / 9D View Games
nrapen-shanker-acharya 22W / 13L / 3D View Games
edward33_24h 17W / 1L / 0D View Games
Abhijeet Kunte 0W / 13L / 0D View Games
melvin960 6W / 4L / 0D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 527 998 1931 806
2024 449 966 1343 789
Rating by Year202420251931449YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 231W / 132L / 42D 206W / 158L / 43D 75.7
2024 454W / 432L / 50D 451W / 414L / 59D 68.4

Openings: Most Played

Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 10 4 6 0 40.0%
Italian Game 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Scandinavian Defense 6 3 2 1 50.0%
Philidor Defense 5 3 2 0 60.0%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 5 4 1 0 80.0%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 4 1 3 0 25.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 3 1 2 0 33.3%
Kings Pawn Opening 3 2 1 0 66.7%
French Defense Normal Variation 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Mieses Opening 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Bishops Opening 85 41 39 5 48.2%
Van t Kruijs Opening 72 34 33 5 47.2%
Kings Pawn Opening 66 29 31 6 43.9%
Scandinavian Defense 65 37 23 5 56.9%
Alapin Sicilian Defense 62 40 18 4 64.5%
Italian Game 54 29 23 2 53.7%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 47 21 23 3 44.7%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 41 21 18 2 51.2%
Philidor Defense 39 23 13 3 59.0%
Pirc Defense 39 21 17 1 53.9%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense 9 3 6 0 33.3%
Philidor Defense 7 2 4 1 28.6%
Italian Game 7 5 2 0 71.4%
Kings Pawn Opening 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Pirc Defense 5 2 2 1 40.0%
Caro Kann Defense Exchange Variation 5 1 4 0 20.0%
Queens Gambit Declined Austrian Variation 4 3 1 0 75.0%
Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening 4 3 1 0 75.0%
Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System 4 3 1 0 75.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Caro Kann Defense 5 3 2 0 60.0%
Scotch Game 4 4 0 0 100.0%
Bishops Opening 3 0 3 0 0.0%
Italian Game 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Center Game Accepted Normal Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Italian Game Two Knights Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Four Knights Game Italian Variation 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening 2 1 1 0 50.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 12 0
Losing 14 0
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