Ismayil Shahaliyev IM

Ismayil Shahaliyev: The International Master with a Blitzy Flair

Ismayil Shahaliyev, a proud holder of the prestigious International Master title from FIDE, is no stranger to the intense world of competitive chess. Starting from humble beginnings with an early blitz rating of just 1077 in 2011, Shahaliyev quickly leapt forward with the speed of a knight fork, racing to a peak blitz rating north of 2800 in 2022.

Known for a sharp tactical awareness—boasting a 100% win rate after losing a piece and a jaw-dropping 91.36% comeback rate—Ismayil turns even the most precarious positions into opportunities. Opponents beware: giving up a piece here is like handing Shahaliyev a grocery list for a winning feast!

His blitz record is one for the ages, with over 1800 wins and a consistent 47.5% win rate across nearly 4,000 games in the lightning-fast time control. And if you thought his rapid and bullet play was less impressive, think again: an almost perfect 96% winning in rapid games and a respectable 60% in bullet prove he's a master of all speeds.

He plays deep into the endgame—no rush, no fear—averaging about 83 moves per game, enough to make even the most patient grandmaster yawn. Shahaliyev’s style could be best described as "strategic marathon with sprinter's heart": relentless, decisive, and always ready for a tactical feast.

When not crushing pawns and dreams at chess.com or Lichess, Ismayil grapples with a slight tilt factor of 11, which means when the going gets tough, the tough get... let's say, a little frustrated. But hey, even champions have off days!

With a varied and colorful opponent list, he’s never shy to face anyone from casual challengers to seasoned pros. His sworn frenemies, like khatanbaatarbazar and blitzstream, enjoy a healthy competition with Shahaliyev’s nearly 50% win rate against them.

And the schedule? Seems 17:00 and 6:00 are his golden hours, with win rates soaring above 56%. Maybe he's fueled by coffee at dawn and tactical brilliance at dusk.

Whether storming fast or playing it slow, Ismayil Shahaliyev embodies the spirit of chess: endless curiosity, fierce tenacity, and a dash of friendly mischief. Watch out on the board—you might just find yourself outsmarted before you even say "check!"