Profile: International Master G M H Thilakarathne
Meet G M H Thilakarathne, a chess player whose very name sounds like a secret code only grandmasters can decipher. Titled as an International Master by FIDE, Thilakarathne has demonstrated not only deep strategic insight but also an uncanny ability to keep opponents on their toes — often wondering if his next move is brilliance or madness (spoiler: it’s usually brilliance).
A Journey Through the Ranks
Since 2015, IM Thilakarathne has been blitzing through the chess scene with an impressive rise in blitz ratings from around 1744 to a peak of 2419 in 2020—an elo rollercoaster with more ups than downs! His bullet game isn’t far behind, boasting a jaw-dropping top rating of 2517 in 2020, proving that whether it’s lightning-fast puzzles or deep tactical brawls, he’s got the moves.
Playing Style & Philosophy
Thilakarathne’s style is a blend of patience and ferocity. With an endgame frequency of nearly 70%, this player loves squeezing victories out of tense, drawn-out battles. Averaging over 62 moves for wins, he clearly prefers a marathon over a sprint. Early resignations? Barely a blip at 5.16%, so don’t expect him to give up — even when the odds look grim.
His tactical awareness is legendary: with an 83% comeback rate and a 97% win rate after losing a piece, Thilakarathne turns setbacks into setups for dazzling counterattacks. Opponents beware — underestimating him can lead to very unpleasant surprises.
Records, Streaks & Rivalries
With a blazing longest winning streak of 16 games, consistency is clearly part of his secret sauce. His favorite openings remain Top Secret — literally — where he boasts a 62.7% win rate in blitz over 346 games. Whether crushing an opponent or maintaining steady dominance, his results speak volumes.
When it comes to opponents, some chess adversaries have clearly tasted defeat more than once. Notably, he's undefeated against albertop1290, irfanupg, and poussinette1502 recently — perhaps they’re still trying to figure out how he does it.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- His best hour to play? Apparently midnight (0:00) boasts an 80% win rate — maybe he’s a night owl or a vampire strategist.
- Tilt factor at a modest 7 — even when stakes are high, he keeps his cool better than your average cup of tea.
- Despite lethal chess skills, once encountered an opponent nicknamed funnychessmonkey — who refused to take notes. What a monkey business!
In Conclusion
G M H Thilakarathne is not just a player; he’s a chess phenomenon with a solid blend of grit, brains, and a dash of mystery. Whether you're a fellow competitor or an aspiring enthusiast, keeping an eye on his games guarantees a masterclass in strategy, resilience, and the occasional clever twist worthy of a plot in a chess thriller.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| ichess_physics | 18W / 10L / 0D | |
| sureshtj | 14W / 6L / 2D | |
| monori123 | 8W / 5L / 0D | |
| Cseke Ricsi | 4W / 3L / 0D | |
| janisnaglis84 | 3W / 0L / 1D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2038 | |||
| 2024 | 1984 | |||
| 2023 | 2237 | 1955 | 1657 | |
| 2021 | 2281 | |||
| 2020 | 2237 | 2353 | 2008 | |
| 2019 | 1932 | 2242 | 1800 | |
| 2018 | 1825 | 2156 | ||
| 2017 | 1766 | 1993 | ||
| 2016 | 1826 | 1778 | ||
| 2015 | 1654 | 1744 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1W / 0L / 0D | 1W / 1L / 0D | 71.3 |
| 2024 | 3W / 0L / 0D | 2W / 2L / 0D | 49.1 |
| 2023 | 43W / 11L / 3D | 47W / 10L / 1D | 60.1 |
| 2021 | 1W / 1L / 0D | 0W / 2L / 0D | 60.2 |
| 2020 | 50W / 45L / 9D | 40W / 46L / 10D | 72.1 |
| 2019 | 13W / 9L / 2D | 10W / 10L / 1D | 74.0 |
| 2018 | 12W / 1L / 1D | 8W / 8L / 1D | 77.5 |
| 2017 | 21W / 14L / 0D | 18W / 15L / 0D | 42.7 |
| 2016 | 7W / 3L / 0D | 7W / 3L / 2D | 68.2 |
| 2015 | 18W / 13L / 0D | 11W / 19L / 0D | 59.1 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 156 | 71 | 81 | 4 | 45.5% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 346 | 217 | 110 | 19 | 62.7% |
| Queens Gambit Declined Catalan Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Taimanov Bastrikov Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 52 | 23 | 22 | 7 | 44.2% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 16 | 2 |
| Losing | 7 | 0 |