Siddhesh BU (aka siddusai25)
Meet Siddhesh BU, a rising star in the online chess universe whose rating graph looks more like a thrilling rollercoaster than a boring flat line. Starting around 1193 in early 2020, Siddhesh blitzed his way up to a jaw-dropping peak of 2325 in March 2025 in Blitz—clearly proving that persistence beats occasional bad luck (and a few bishops being sacrificed).
Playing Style & Personality
Known for his love of long endgames (he doesn’t just play chess, he takes the scenic route with an average of 68 moves per win!), Siddhesh combines tactical brilliance with psychological resilience. With an impressive 84% comeback rate and a tilt factor of just 9 (that’s almost zen for a chess player), he’s a tough opponent who never naps on the job. His best time to strike? 6 PM sharp—apparently, that’s when the magic happens!
Favorite Openings (and maybe secret weapons)
- Caro-Kann Defense - the backbone of his blitz repertoire, boasting a winning rate over 63% across many variations.
- French Defense Advance Paulsen Milner Barry Gambit - a sharp gambit that makes opponents wonder if he’s kind or just wildly aggressive (win rate ~74% in blitz).
- Italian Game Two Knights Defense - a stylish choice with roughly 58% win rate, perfect to deliver those surprise attacks.
Stats That Speak Volumes
Across platforms and time controls:
- Blitz: 388 wins, 271 losses, 48 draws
- Rapid: 426 wins, 323 losses, 89 draws
- Bullet: 68 wins, 51 losses, 7 draws
Memorable Battles
Among his recent conquests: a stunning checkmate victory in a Giuoco Piano Game against "HD-MI6" in May 2025, where precision and timing were his allies. Even when he stumbles, such as in the swift resignation to "concueror," it’s clear Siddhesh treats every loss like a herald for the next brilliant comeback.
On Opponents & Rivalries
With a record of 100% wins against some of his most recent foes like "hd-mi6" and "viraak9216," Siddhesh has carved out an impressive list of nemeses and fan favorites alike. His toughest matches? Well, let’s just say "concueror" and "tuharurameshbabu" have managed to sneak in a few victories—keeping him humble and motivated.
In Summary
Siddhesh BU is not just a player; he’s a calculation wizard, a strategic tactician, and occasionally, a cheeky wizard who sneaks in unexpected sacrifices. Whether it’s blitz, rapid, or bullet, opponents beware: underestimating siddusai25 might just mean starring in his next highlight reel. Keep an eye out for this grandmaster-in-waiting because the finish line is nowhere near his horizon.
"Behind every great chess player lies a thousand pawns sacrificed and one epic story waiting to be told."