Grandmaster Pouya Idani (aka pouya21)
Pouya Idani, known in the digital chess realm as pouya21, is a Grandmaster who dances on the 64 squares with tactical brilliance and a flair for bullet and blitz games. With a peak blitz rating soaring up to an astonishing 2957 in May 2025, Pouya is not just any chess player—this is a competitor who dominates faster-than-light games with both style and substance.
Starting with humble beginnings and a bullet rating of just 1372 in early 2018, Pouya swiftly navigated the ranks, smashing through opposition with a near-perfect 100% win record in the very first batch of bullet games. His journey has been a rollercoaster, but his resilience and tactical awareness—boasting a comeback rate of nearly 88%—show a player who thrives even when the chips are down.
Pouya's playing style is a curious mix: rarely resigning early, relishing endgames, and playing lengthy, thoughtful matches averaging over 85 moves per win. Whether wielding the King's Indian Defense with surgical precision or sneaking sly victories through the elusive Modern Defense, this Grandmaster is a formidable opponent who takes no prisoners.
Known for a sharp psychological game with a tilt factor of just 10, Pouya performs best when the clock strikes 4 AM—yes, the witching hour of champions. When not conquering opponents blitz-style at a breakneck pace, pouya21 enjoys a hearty win rate with the white pieces (58%), while maintaining a solid defense with black (50%).
Pouya’s opening repertoire is peppered with secret weapons, but one must keep an eye on his favored Top Secret lines, where he holds a respectable 50%+ win ratio. His record against some of the biggest names in online chess ranges from legendary winning streaks to some tough battles, but the Grandmaster spirit shines through every move.
Recent Highlights
Just recently, on June 4th, 2025, Pouya dazzled fans by winning a bullet game against Witik on time with a clever central pawn push and a precise endgame technique. Not every hero wears a cape—some just jingle chess clocks and have nerves of steel.
Of course, even maestros stumble, as May 31st saw a couple of losses, but hey, every loss is just a setup for a fantastic comeback! It’s this tenacity and passion that makes pouya21 a player to watch and a legend in the making.
When Pouya is not on the battlefield sweating pawns and forks, this Grandmaster likely enjoys a good coffee break... or plotting a secret opening surprise for the next World Rapid Championship showdown.
Watch this space, chess enthusiasts! pouya21 is just getting started.