Nikhil M CM

Nikhiil_M: The Candidate Master with a Laser Focus and a Dash of Mystery

Meet Nikhiil_M, the chess virtuoso officially crowned as a Candidate Master by FIDE — a title that signals serious skill, even if the world hasn’t quite yet dubbed him “Grandmaster.” But don’t let that fool you: with a peak Blitz rating of 2470 and an astonishing Bullet rating soaring up to 2745 in 2025, Nikhiil_M is no mere weekend warrior. He blitzes through the ranks faster than you can say “checkmate!”

Style & Strategy

Known for a highly strategic game laden with Top Secret openings (seriously, nobody quite knows what’s going on there—maybe it’s a secret handshake with the pieces?), Nikhiil_M mixes bullet-speed tactical brilliance with a staunch endgame knowledge—he pushes his games out to an average of nearly 71 moves on wins and doesn’t shy away from grueling battles that can extend beyond 76 moves even in losses.

His comeback rate is a jaw-dropping 86%, proving he’s not just a fast starter but a fighter who thrives under pressure, turning lost positions back into wins with the resilience of a chess-hardened gladiator. And if he loses a piece? The guy still pulls off a win nearly half the time.

Stats Snapshot

• Blitz record: 87 wins / 82 losses / 12 draws
• Bullet record: 168 wins / 182 losses / 17 draws
• Longest winning streak: 11 games (no chumps here!)
• Tilt factor: 8 (moderate – chess can be emotional, but Nikhiil_M keeps his cool most of the time)
• Favorite times to conquer opponents: 1pm sharp and 7am (early bird or a lunch-break legend?)

Opening Repertoire: Classified, but Effective

When it comes to openings, Nikhiil_M has a flair for the Top Secret in Blitz and a taste for eclectic lines like the Van Geet Opening, Indian Game, and even the Trompowsky Attack in Bullet. His boldness with less mainstream choices pays off with respectable win rates—plus, who doesn’t love a little mystery hanging over the board?

Memorable Moments

Among his recent triumphs, the 2025 Bullet Brawl tournaments on Chess.com highlight his ability to snatch victory by resignation after intense tactical battles, often squeezing wins from tough positions and forcing opponents to concede before the clock struck zero.

Against the Grain

He’s played a wide range of opponents, some who fall 100% of the time, and others who ground out tough fights, showing that Nikhiil_M never takes any match for granted. Whether it’s a casual skirmish or a heated rated game, every click of that clock counts.

Off the Board

Whether sipping coffee during his unbeatable 7 AM streak or laughing at his own blunders (because even Candidate Masters make 'em!), Nikhiil_M’s heart beats for the board. Behind the stats and ratings lies a player who just loves the game — who else would play bullet chess hundreds of times and still come back hungry?

In the world of high-speed, high-stakes chess, Nikhiil_M is the player you want to watch — or better yet, play against (if you dare)!