International Master Rishi Sardana (aka Rish_97)
Meet Rishi Sardana, a chess maestro with the esteemed title of International Master bestowed by FIDE. Known in the chess circuits as Rish_97, Rishi has battled through thousands of games, proving that pawns can indeed rise and conquer kingdoms—sometimes with a cheeky grin and a clever trap.
From modest beginnings in Bullet chess back in 2012 with a rating around 1600, Rishi has blitzed up to a staggering 2900 rating in Blitz by 2022—a feat that would make even the most stoic grandmasters blink twice. With over 10,000 Blitz games logged, and a win rate tipping just over 51%, Rishi is the kind of player who makes lightning-fast moves look like an art form rather than a frantic panic.
Not just a whiz in fast games, Rishi’s Rapid and Bullet play shine brightly, boasting win rates as high as 90% in Rapid and over 55% in Bullet. Fun fact: Rishi once went on a 19-win streak—that’s like turning your chessboard into a conveyor belt of checkmates. Currently, riding a 7-game winning streak, Rishi’s opponents better keep their pieces close and their wits closer.
Psychologically sharp with a comeback rate of nearly 90% and an almost perfect win rate after losing a piece (99.99%—yes, that’s almost supernatural), Rishi embodies resilience. Although the tilt factor is modest (just 10), it’s safe to say Rish_97 keeps calm and castles on.
He enjoys the endgame, playing long battles with an average of around 75 moves per win, meaning he’s in it for the marathon, not just the sprint. Whether wielding the white or black pieces, Rishi has a slight edge with White at 55% wins, proving he can both seize the initiative and defend like a fortress.
When asked about his favorite moves, Rishi remains secretive—and no wonder! His "Top Secret" style of play, spanning over 10,500 Blitz games, has netted him more than 5,400 wins. Opponents often whisper about his uncanny ability to turn the tables, but secrets are safe with Rish_97.
When he’s not playing chess, Rishi might be found plotting his next dazzling combination or reminiscing about the time he survived a hopeless position and still managed to outfox his opponent. After all, in Rishi Sardana’s world, the board is a battleground, but also a playground — and he’s here to win, with a wink and a well-timed fork.
