Muhammad Tarmidzi

Muhammad Tarmidzi (aka Rafsha143)

Meet Muhammad Tarmidzi, a resilient chess enthusiast whose rating journey is as dynamic as a rollercoaster ride—full of thrilling ups and challenging downs. With a peak rapid rating of 605 achieved in June 2025 and a blitz high of 607, Muhammad has proven himself a formidable opponent across multiple time controls despite a modest overall rating.

Muhammad’s style is a fascinating blend of tactical daring and psychological endurance. Known for a dramatic 14% early resignation rate (because sometimes, discretion is the better part of valor), he also boasts a clever comeback rate of nearly 57%, showcasing a never-say-die attitude. On average, his wins stretch out over 54 moves — a testament to his patient strategic play — while losses are typically decided a bit quicker, at around 40 moves.

His opening repertoire reveals a preference for classical, solid choices peppered with a few surprise variations: the King’s Pawn Opening remains his playground with over 340 games, nearly split evenly between wins and losses. Defense-wise, he shines notably with the Scandinavian Defense, holding an impressive 57% win rate there—clearly a gambit worth studying if you’re facing him!

Muhammed’s psychological profile is punctuated by a low tilt factor of 8, which means he keeps his cool even when facing the heat (or when losing pieces). His best strategic battles tend to unfold in the early morning hours around 4 AM—perhaps fueled by late-night caffeine or moonlight inspiration.

When it comes to recent games, Muhammad (playing as Rafsha143) has delivered some spectacular checkmates, including a notable victory via the Pirc Defense on June 2, 2025, showcasing his knack for crushing opponents where it hurts the most: the king’s vestiges.

With a near-even win-loss record in rapid games, Muhammad is the kind of player who both puzzles and entertains his opponents. If you encounter him over the board, expect battles dripping with strategy, peppered with tactical surprises, and maybe an early concession or two — because why not keep the game lively?

In the world of chess, Muhammad Tarmidzi may not yet be a grandmaster, but he’s certainly a grand spirit — and isn't that the best part of the game?