Rushikesh Bhagat: The Rapid Rook Renegade
Also known by the username Rushi99bhagat, Rushikesh Bhagat is a player whose journey through the realms of rapid and daily chess has been nothing short of a rollercoaster wrapped in a chessboard. With a peak rapid rating of 571 as of December 2024, and a daily peak soaring up to 742 in early 2025, Rushi99bhagat dances unpredictably between brilliant victories and lessons learned the hard way.
Playing Style & Personality
Charging forward with a preference for the Rapid time control, Rushikesh isn't afraid to shake the board up. His tactical flair shines through with an impressive 69.2% comeback rate—because who doesn't love a good underdog story? Averages of ~40 moves per win hint at strategic patience, while losses often stretch a bit longer, proving he fights fiercely even when the tides turn.
Beware the moment after a material loss: with only a 40.58% win rate, opponents might catch some respite. Still, early resignation occurs in about 11% of games—maybe sometimes even Rushi needs a coffee break.
Favorite Openings
Opening the game with a variety of trusted lines, Rushikesh shows a penchant for aggressive and classical choices alike. The Scandinavian Defense boasts a respectable 55% win rate, while the Bishop's Opening Boi Variation scores near 52%. The King's Pawn Opening settles around a balanced 51% success rate, proving that Rushikesh likes to keep opponents guessing and entertained.
Recent Triumph & Challenges
One of Rushikesh's most notable recent fireworks was a stunning checkmate victory using the Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System—a complexity lover’s delight—on June 6, 2025. Starting aggressively with 1.e4 and culminating in a sharp attack, his game was a masterclass in tactical awareness and patience:
1. e4 Nf6 2. Nc3 e5 3. Bc4 d6 4. Nf3 Be7 5. d3 O-O 6. Ng5 Nh5 7. Bxf7+ Rxf7 8. Nxf7 Nf6 ... 60. Rf1#
This game was not just a win; it was a demo on why Rushikesh's opponents should beware the unexpected sacrificial knight jumps!
Battle Record & Rivalries
Across all time controls, Rushikesh has played over a thousand rapid games, with a nearly even split of wins and losses (884/898) and a handful of draws. His resilience is key, pushing through tough competitors and still holding a competitive edge.
Some opponents have enjoyed sweeter victories against him, but others have felt his sting, like xerrera and simsonmon, who’ve seen only defeats in their games – a 100% win rate there!
When to Catch Rushi99bhagat Online
Interestingly, his best time to strike is around 2 AM—perhaps when the world sleeps is when his brain really wakes up to plot victory.
So whether you find him plotting an ambitious kingside assault or patiently building a fortress, Rushikesh Bhagat plays with heart, humor, and a hint of calculated chaos. Approach the board ready for anything — he certainly does!
“In a world full of pawns, be a Rushikesh.”
Hi Rushikesh!
Great job keeping an active schedule and already reaching 571 (2024-12-19). Below is some targeted feedback based on your most recent games.
Key Strengths
- Tactical alertness – You often spot shots like 7.Bxf7+ and 19.Nxg7#, creating practical problems for the opponent.
- Fast development with White – In almost every 1.e4 game you develop both bishops and castle by move 10, which sets you up for early attacks.
- Confidence to sacrifice – Material isn’t everything for you; exchanging a rook for attack (e.g., 25.Rxf6+) shows healthy fighting spirit.
Biggest Improvement Opportunities
- King safety after attacking starts – Several losses (e.g. vs MartialCumlier) began once your own king stayed in the center. Finish development before launching pawns or pieces.
- Handling d-pawn openings as Black – Games in the Queen’s Gambit family show difficulties with move order choices (…c5, …Qxd5) that left your queen exposed. Study one solid line (e.g. the QGD with …e6) and stick to it.
- Piece coordination in the middlegame – Moves like 14…Bc5?! (again vs MartialCumlier) left pieces undefended. Before every move, ask “What is the worst that can happen to this piece next move?” to reduce unforced blunders.
- Endgame conversion – When the queens come off you sometimes drift (see resignation vs AF1245). Work on basic rook-pawn endings and king activity drills.
Two-Week Action Plan
- Daily: 15 tactical puzzles with the themes fork, pin and discovered attack. Track accuracy.
- Opening focus (Black vs 1.d4):
- Watch one short video or read one chapter on the Queen’s Gambit Declined.
- Play ten practice games starting 1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6 3.Nc3 Nf6.
- Middlegame habit: Before moving, verbalise “Checks, captures, threats” for BOTH sides. It will cut down the single-move oversights seen in your losses.
- Endgames: Solve three king-pawn or rook-pawn studies every other day. This will help you convert advantages like the one vs Simsonmon.
- Review: After every session, load your game and spend 5 minutes tagging one good move and one move to improve. Small but consistent reflection beats long, infrequent reviews.
Annotated Snapshot – Latest Win
The finish shows your attacking talent. Replay and note where Black could have defended:
Progress Tracking
Keep an eye on when and how you win to fine-tune your study schedule:
Keep it up!
Your attacking style is entertaining and effective. Add a layer of positional safety and you’ll soon be out of the 300-400 pool. Good luck, and feel free to message me after two weeks with fresh games for the next review.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| behrooz_hoseini | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| divinetactical | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| peace_maker94 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| totosh113 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| reven045 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| mauliksharma01 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| aria13831383 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| jimgreenwald | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| champ-cheeta | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| kukuruyukgg | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| florian8272 | 1W / 4L / 0D | |
| chirag_21038 | 3W / 1L / 0D | |
| akhi_san | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| s_saket | 1W / 2L / 0D | |
| tiago-b_20 | 0W / 3L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 360 | 524 | 772 | |
| 2024 | 109 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 578W / 543L / 48D | 564W / 561L / 39D | 48.1 |
| 2024 | 46W / 58L / 7D | 43W / 59L / 12D | 54.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 290 | 138 | 138 | 14 | 47.6% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 243 | 131 | 105 | 7 | 53.9% |
| Amazon Attack | 180 | 78 | 93 | 9 | 43.3% |
| Amar Gambit | 161 | 72 | 84 | 5 | 44.7% |
| Alekhine Defense | 133 | 59 | 72 | 2 | 44.4% |
| Barnes Defense | 128 | 59 | 61 | 8 | 46.1% |
| Elephant Gambit | 119 | 57 | 60 | 2 | 47.9% |
| Four Knights Game | 105 | 44 | 59 | 2 | 41.9% |
| French Defense | 93 | 45 | 44 | 4 | 48.4% |
| Bishop's Opening | 85 | 50 | 30 | 5 | 58.8% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Elephant Gambit | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| KGA: Fischer, 4.Bc4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Dresden Opening: The Goblin | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Three Knights Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Anderssen Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Czech Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 9 | 0 |
| Losing | 8 | 3 |