Samrug Narayanan - International Master
Meet Samrug Narayanan, also known in the chess world as the formidable International Master crowned by FIDE. With a chessboard in front and a twinkle in their eye, Samrug has danced through the ranks, leaving opponents both puzzled and amazed.
Rating Journey
Beginning with humble roots, Samrug’s rapid rating in 2011 hovered around 1265, but like a knight unleashed, they galloped to an impressive 2477 peak by 2020. Blitz and bullet formats? Samrug doesn't just play, they conquer – breaking the 2900 barrier in bullet chess by 2025, which is less “pawn storm” and more “bullet storm.”
Playing Style & Strength
A true strategist, Samrug averages over 71 moves per game, savoring endgames with a frequency of 71.5%. Early resignations are as rare as spotting a unicorn, clocking in at just 6.7%. When down a piece, Samrug’s comeback rate is a staggering 82%, with a 99.6% win rate after losing material – clearly, they don’t just fight; they floor their opponents with grit and tactical brilliance.
Psychological Edge
Ever the resilient warrior, Samrug’s tilt factor is moderate, proving they handle the mental rigors of competitive chess with a calm demeanor. Mondays bring the best win rates (nearly 55%), while the magical hour of noon boasts a stellar 67% win rate – maybe Samrug’s secret weapon is lunch.
Records & Rivalries
With over 370 wins in rapid and more than 840 in bullet chess, Samrug’s scorecard reads like a highlight reel. Their longest winning streak? A jaw-dropping 18 games, because who says you can’t have a lucky streak in chess? Interesting tidbit: some opponents have a 100% loss record against Samrug, which must sting worse than a poisoned knight.
Fun Fact
Despite fierce competitiveness, Samrug's secret opening moves remain “Top Secret” — literally. So secret that they’ve played 707 rapid, 1600 bullet, and 2336 blitz games with this mysterious strategy and still keep their rivals guessing.
In the grand game of chess, Samrug Narayanan isn’t just making moves; they’re making legends.
