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Saloni Bhatnagar

Username: Saloni81

Playing Since: 2020-11-21 (Inactive)

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Chess.com

Daily: 349
2W / 7L / 0D
Rapid: 449
504W / 506L / 75D
Blitz: 393
99W / 110L / 17D
Bullet: 296
104W / 114L / 2D

Saloni Bhatnagar - Chess Adventurer Extraordinaire

Meet Saloni81, a bold chess player who has bravely navigated the stormy seas of Rapid, Blitz, Bullet, and Daily chess games with unmatched enthusiasm and a pinch of quirky charm.

About Saloni

Starting from a Rapid rating of 638 in 2020 (and boldly tumbling to 277 before climbing back), Saloni’s chess journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster: full of highs, some lows, and lots of excitement. With over 1,300 Rapid games played and a close-to-even tally of wins and losses, it’s clear Saloni never backs down from a challenge – even if sometimes it feels like trying to teach a pigeon to play chess.

Speed chess? Oh yes! In Bullet and Blitz, Saloni shows flashes of brilliance with a max Bullet rating up to 649 and Blitz up to 634, proving that lightning-fast moves and occasional speed-induced blunders are part of the charm.

Playing Style & Mindset

  • Early resignation rate: 18.3% – Saloni knows when to fold ‘em, often quicker than expected, saving energy for the next epic battle.
  • Average moves per win: ~47 moves – a strategic marathon runner rather than a sprinter.
  • Comeback rate: 55% – when underestimated, Saloni rises like a phoenix, often turning near-defeat into sweet victory with tactical wizardry.
  • Win rate after losing a piece: A surprising 100%! If you snatch one of Saloni’s pawns, be ready – it might just awaken the beast!

Victory & Rivalries

With over 541 wins in Rapid alone, Saloni’s chessboard battles have left marks on many opponents. Some nemeses like champion1234500 have a tough time (a win rate of just under 22%), while others — lucky ones like spnaname — have seen a clean slate with 100% wins against them.

The Human Side

Chess isn’t just 64 squares and captured pieces — it’s emotional rollercoaster territory. Saloni has a minimal tilt factor (13%), showing impressive composure except when the pawns gang up unfairly.

Fun Facts

  • Saloni’s most productive hour? 8 AM, boasting an incredible 54% win rate — clearly a morning genius.
  • Sundays are lucky days with a 50.9% win rate, so avoid challenging Saloni on a relaxed Sunday afternoon!
  • White pieces win slightly more often (44.07%) than black (42.99%), proving that Saloni has mastered the subtle dance of both sides.

In summary, whether you're looking for a patient strategist, a lightning-fast bullet player, or just someone who enjoys the ups and downs of chess with a good dose of humor, Saloni Bhatnagar is always a player worth watching. Just don’t let them lose a piece — unless you’re ready for a comeback tale for the ages!


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
ryu-jiwon 1W / 0L / 0D
13jy 0W / 1L / 0D
shreyachessgambit 1W / 0L / 0D
siddarthnetekal 1W / 0L / 0D
mattiamescolini22 0W / 1L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
champion1234500 9W / 31L / 1D
amey9056 11W / 17L / 4D
divyanshnub 2W / 12L / 0D
masterchess2007123 4W / 6L / 0D
namannavlani 4W / 5L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 316 393 428 349
2024 250 170 467 437
2023 250 188 407 386
2022 313 190 492 463
2021 289 249 528 463
2020 300 546
Rating by Year202020212022202320242025546170YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 100W / 89L / 16D 91W / 109L / 10D 47.5
2024 46W / 47L / 7D 47W / 49L / 6D 49.3
2023 29W / 50L / 4D 35W / 53L / 6D 47.6
2022 37W / 52L / 6D 43W / 45L / 6D 47.9
2021 156W / 141L / 17D 136W / 158L / 20D 43.8
2020 1W / 11L / 0D 6W / 6L / 0D 30.9

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 187 88 97 2 47.1%
Grob Opening 16 11 5 0 68.8%
Kings Pawn Opening 8 4 4 0 50.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 5 0 5 0 0.0%
Reti Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Mieses Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
English Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Reti Opening Nimzo Larsen Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 887 390 432 65 44.0%
Grob Opening 93 47 41 5 50.5%
Kings Pawn Opening 65 28 36 1 43.1%
Queens Pawn Opening 29 10 17 2 34.5%
Scandinavian Defense 9 3 5 1 33.3%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 8 6 1 1 75.0%
Van t Kruijs Opening 7 4 3 0 57.1%
Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense 5 2 3 0 40.0%
Scotch Game 3 1 1 1 33.3%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 161 61 93 7 37.9%
Grob Opening 37 19 11 7 51.4%
Kings Pawn Opening 25 14 9 2 56.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 7 5 2 0 71.4%
Van t Kruijs Opening 4 2 1 1 50.0%
Mieses Opening 2 1 0 1 50.0%
Reti Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Saragossa Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Kings Fianchetto Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Scandinavian Defense Closed 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 8 2 6 0 25.0%
Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 9 1
Losing 13 0