Saparya Ghosh - Woman FIDE Master and Chess Enthusiast
Meet Saparya Ghosh, also known in the chess world as saparyag, a titled player proudly carrying the banner of Woman FIDE Master. Saparya isn't just another player who clicks pieces around the board — they are a tactical maestro with a penchant for comebacks, boasting an astonishing 99.36% win rate after losing a piece. Yes, you read that right. If the game were a rollercoaster, Saparya would be the one throwing their hands up at every twist and still coming out ahead.
Over the years since 2018, Saparya’s blitz rating soared impressively from 1459 all the way up to a stunning peak of 2370 by 2024, proving their speed-chess skills are no joke. Their bullet and rapid games also showcase a versatile player who adapts quickly and stays calm under time pressure. Fun fact: when playing blitz, Saparya averages about 72 moves per win but can linger on longer battles too, with losses clocking around 87 moves. Clearly, this player loves a fight and isn’t afraid of the long haul!
Saparya’s style? Expect fierce resilience and a dramatic flair. An early resignation is practically sacrilege here, with an early resignation rate of just 1.42%. They prefer to dance through the endgame, appearing there in over 80% of their matches—chess endgames beware, because Saparya knows how to squeeze out every advantage like a grandmaster squeezing juice from a lemon.
They are also a bit of a psychological enigma on the board. Though Saparya’s tilt factor sits at a modest 10, they have a notable 35% higher win rate in rated games compared to casual ones — a reminder that when the stakes are high, Saparya steps up the game and leaves no prisoners.
Off the clock, Saparya's track record against opponents is a fascinating mosaic of highs and lows. Some adversaries, like kevingeorgemicheal, found themselves on the losing end 100% of the time, while others have proved more challenging. Surely, these rivalries add spice to the thrill of each encounter.
In short, Saparya Ghosh is a brilliant chess player with a blend of tactical genius, unyielding endurance, and an impressive record that would make even Bobby Fischer raise an eyebrow. If chess was a party, Saparya would be the one spinning the pieces, throwing unexpected moves, and making sure you never know what’s coming next.
Hi Saparya!
Great work maintaining a competitive blitz rating around 2379 (2024-09-10). Your recent games show plenty of fighting spirit and creativity. Below is a concise report highlighting what you are already doing well and a few focused areas to polish before the next Titled Tuesday.
What’s Working Well
- Dynamic Sicilians: As Black you handle Rossolimo / Sveshnikov structures confidently, seizing the initiative with ...b5 and timely ...d5 breaks. Your win vs. Kevin George is a textbook example.
- Central Control with 1.d4: With White you use flexible set-ups (Exchange QGD, Nimzo, flexible Fianchetto) that keep pieces active and clocks ticking in your favour.
- Tactical Awareness: Consistent calculation accuracy in sharp positions (e.g. 26.f4!! in the Nimzo win) shows strong tactical vision. Keep feeding that strength with daily puzzles.
- Psychology: You are not afraid to sacrifice pawns or exchange queens early, often steering games into positions opponents dislike — a valuable skill in blitz.
Opportunities for Quick Rating Gains
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Time-Management Discipline
Four of the recent wins were on time while several losses came from flagging or rushing in winning positions (e.g. vs. Viktor Parfenov).
• Enter the critical phase with >20 seconds by simplifying earlier.
• Regularly practise 3 + 1 “clock-only” drills: play vs. computer, resign once you reach a winning position but under 10 s; repeat until you convert with >10 s.
• Premove only forced recaptures. -
Endgame Technique
In the KID loss you reached an equal rook ending but drifted. Add 15-minute weekly sessions on basic rook endings (Lucena, Philidor, 4-vs-3 same-side). A single saved half-point per tournament is huge in blitz. -
Consistent Opening Menu with 1.e4
You alternate between Closed Sicilian, Grand Prix and main-line Open Sicilians. Consider limiting the number of systems so you spend less clock time recalling sidelines. One practical repertoire idea:
• vs …c5 → Rossolimo 3.Bb5
• vs …e5 → Scotch (no theory bombs, quick development).
Drill the first 12 moves with spaced-repetition flashcards. -
Prophylaxis & King Safety
Many losses started with overlooking a quiet preventive move (e.g. 20…Rad8 instead of 20…Bxb4 in the KID; 23…a5 in the Closed Sicilian). Add one question to every move you consider: “What does my opponent want?” It slows you down slightly but saves more time than it costs.
Micro-Targets for the Next Two Weeks
- Finish 50 positions from “100 Endgames You Must Know.”
- Play three training games each day without premoves, focusing on converting technical positions.
- Analyse every loss for 5 minutes with zero engine, write one sentence of self-critique.
Visual Pulse of Your Play
Keep an eye on when you score best – it can guide scheduling and warm-up routine:
Quick Reference
• Review zugzwang & triangulation ideas for rook endings.
• Memorise typical exchange sacrifices on c3/f3 in Rossolimo – they occur every other event.
• Remember: in blitz simple is strong – “If you see a good move, and your clock is under 30 s, play it.”
Good luck, and keep the pieces rolling!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| ritam1518 | 2W / 9L / 1D | View Games |
| amitroy1 | 1W / 9L / 1D | View Games |
| adityachatterjee2005 | 4W / 6L / 0D | View Games |
| Sankalan Shah | 3W / 5L / 2D | View Games |
| shreshtha91028567 | 4W / 4L / 2D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2370 | |||
| 2022 | 1853 | 2002 | ||
| 2021 | 1814 | 1845 | ||
| 2020 | 1504 | 1805 | 1802 | |
| 2019 | 1633 | 1690 | ||
| 2018 | 1459 | 1497 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7W / 7L / 1D | 5W / 12L / 1D | 83.2 |
| 2022 | 41W / 10L / 10D | 31W / 24L / 4D | 80.2 |
| 2021 | 1W / 2L / 0D | 1W / 1L / 0D | 103.2 |
| 2020 | 138W / 122L / 30D | 146W / 123L / 26D | 81.3 |
| 2019 | 30W / 36L / 8D | 23W / 40L / 6D | 85.7 |
| 2018 | 23W / 23L / 6D | 25W / 22L / 5D | 84.9 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Four Knights Variation, Cobra Variation | 40 | 18 | 14 | 8 | 45.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 34 | 17 | 16 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Döry Defense | 26 | 11 | 11 | 4 | 42.3% |
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon | 25 | 12 | 12 | 1 | 48.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 23 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 39.1% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 23 | 8 | 11 | 4 | 34.8% |
| Amar Gambit | 22 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 59.1% |
| Indian Defense: Przepiorka Variation | 17 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 41.2% |
| Sicilian Defense | 15 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 73.3% |
| Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 46.1% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 22 | 12 | 9 | 1 | 54.5% |
| Amar Gambit | 21 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 57.1% |
| Döry Defense | 16 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 50.0% |
| Australian Defense | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 40.0% |
| Modern Defense | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 77.8% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Catalan Opening: Closed | 9 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 44.4% |
| Sicilian Defense: Four Knights Variation, Cobra Variation | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 71.4% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense | 13 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 38.5% |
| Sicilian Defense: Four Knights Variation, Cobra Variation | 12 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 50.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 57.1% |
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Indian Defense: Przepiorka Variation | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 60.0% |
| Giuoco Piano: Tarrasch Variation | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 60.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 17 | 0 |
| Losing | 10 | 1 |