Rohan Rajaram - Candidate Master Extraordinaire
Meet Rohan Rajaram, a chess warrior whose pieces dance across the board with the precision of a grandmaster but with a flair that hints at a secret chess ninja lurking behind the calm exterior. Awarded the prestigious title of Candidate Master by FIDE, Rohan's journey through the ranks is nothing short of a strategic thriller.
Starting humbly in the bullet format with a modest rating around 1242 in 2020, Rohan has rocketed up to a staggering 2819 in 2025—a leap that would make even the fastest pawn promotion blush. Not one to rest on their laurels, Rohan also holds impressive blitz and rapid ratings, climbing consistently over the years with a blitz peak of 2810 and rapid soaring beyond 2100.
What truly sets Rohan apart is their tactical wizardry: boasting a phenomenal 90.91% comeback rate, it’s safe to say giving them material advantage is a risky pursuit. And against the odds, Rohan wins nearly every time after losing a piece — they'd probably win even with one hand tied behind their back!
Known among opponents by the username ninjatrick, Rohan maintains a steady psychological game — with a tilt factor of 21, they might occasionally grimace but never crumble. Plus, their average game length of around 78 moves means they're in it for the long haul, savoring the sweet taste of victory only a well-fought endgame can provide.
A strategist at heart, Rohan’s opening repertoire features mysterious "Top Secret" moves and surprise "Unknown Openings," leaving rivals guessing — and sometimes just scratching their heads. Their record against fierce competitors is impressive, dispatching many with an almost robotic precision, while still showing mercy on a few (win rates hovering around 50% for most... because even Candidate Masters like a little suspense).
Off the board? Possibly plotting the next brilliant combination or brewing that perfect cup of tea while pondering: “If a knight jumps over the bishop, does it scare the queen?” Perhaps. What’s for sure is that Rohan Rajaram’s chess story is one of tenacity, sharp wit, and above all, an insatiable hunger to master the 64-square battlefield.
Keep an eye on this Candidate Master — the board is their dojo, and they're just getting started.