Sharavdorj Dashzegve (Shiirav) - Grandmaster Extraordinaire
Meet Sharavdorj Dashzegve, affectionately known in the chess world as Shiirav, a Grandmaster whose blitz prowess is nothing short of spectacular. With a blitz rating soaring as high as 2722 in 2023, Shiirav dominates the 64 squares faster than most of us can say "checkmate." Not one to rest on their laurels, Shiirav’s blitz career has been a rollercoaster of thrilling wins and learning losses since 2017, amassing a jaw-dropping 933 wins against 975 losses and drawing 148 times across intense battles.
It's not just speed; Shiirav’s sharp tactical awareness is legendary. They boast a remarkable 92.18% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win record after losing a piece—because giving up is just not in this player's vocabulary. And speaking of vocabulary, zero early resignations (less than 1%) show a fighting spirit that would make Rocky proud.
Shiirav averages 75 moves per win and hardly ever shies away from the thrilling endgame, diving into them 86.64% of the time—proving they’re not just a quick blitz finisher but a thinker until the very end. Whether playing white or black, Shiirav holds a respectable edge, with a 50.58% win rate on white and 40.04% on black.
Despite the ferocity on the board, Shiirav’s tilt factor is impressively low at 10, suggesting a zen-like calmness even when facing tough opponents. While their rapid and daily games are fewer and occasionally less kind than blitz, with a current daily rating of 1800 (sometimes a little off the blitz adrenaline rush), this Grandmaster clearly shines brightest when the clock ticks down rapidly.
Off the board, Shiirav is known to keep their opening strategies a "Top Secret"—and with over 2000 blitz games using this clandestine arsenal boasting a 45.38% win rate, it’s easy to see why opponents can only guess and pray.
From fierce rivalries with players like khatanbaatarbazar (48 games) to laundry lists of opponents with mixed results, Shiirav’s chess journey is a dynamic saga full of battles, blunders, and brilliant checkmates. When asked about a current winning streak, Shiirav happily reports a modest but promising 1-game streak — stay tuned for the next thrilling episode!
In short: chess clocks beware. Shiirav Dashzegve, Grandmaster, is forever ready to blitz your king into submission with patience, tactical mastery, and a pinch of mystery.