Dhulipalla Bala Chandra Prasad IM

Dhulipalla Bala Chandra Prasad (aka Swarnapuri)

International Master Extraordinaire

Hailing from the mysterious depths of the chess universe, Dhulipalla Bala Chandra Prasad, better known online as Swarnapuri, is an International Master whose rapid and blitz skills leave opponents questioning reality (and their moves). Whether wielding the Indian Game or unleashing sneaky tactics in blitz, Swarnapuri’s chess journey is nothing short of legendary — and sometimes, downright hilarious.

Rating Highlights

• Peak Rapid Rating: 2523 (August 2024)
• Peak Blitz Rating: A whopping 2855 (January 2025)
• Peak Bullet Rating: A lightning-fast 2750 (October 2020)

Performance Overview

With a lightning rod for the Top Secret opening (one can only wonder what secrets are being guarded), Swarnapuri storms through rapid games with a 79.3% win rate and a blitz win rate just crossing the 50% mark — no small feat in that chaotic realm where milliseconds decide fates. Bullet games? Try a formidable 73.58% win rate that screams speed and cunning.

Playing Style & Personality

Known for an Early Resignation Rate of only 3.1% (because giving up is for mortals), Swarnapuri thrives in complex endgames, boasting a stunning 83.16% endgame frequency. Average moves per win and loss hover around 80 — apparently, Swarnapuri likes to savor the game, making each position a mini-drama. The player’s psychological resilience shines with a tilt factor of 8, suggesting: if things get rough, they might just throw in a few funny tweets afterwards.

Greatest Feats & Quirks

- Once recorded a jaw-dropping 17-game winning streak in rapid chess, causing opponents to reconsider their life choices.
- Known for crushing longtime rivals like bm_on_icc (49 games played!) with a winning charm only a grandmaster can muster.
- Biggest fan of the Indian Game - London System, proving that sometimes you don’t need flashy openings, just solid and mysterious strategies.
- Has a curious habit of ruling the early morning hours: peak performance hours include 2 AM and 4 AM, showing chess mastery is a nocturnal art.
- Loses occasionally, but those losses are hard-fought — and usually followed by a brilliant comeback.

Latest Battle Highlights

On January 21, 2025, Swarnapuri dazzled the chess world with a victorious blitz game against Dubs123, finishing with a resignation after a meticulous grind through the Indian Game London System. In this 64-move epic, every pawn push and queen maneuver was a classical stroke of a grandmaster’s brush.

Of course, even legends stumble. In May 2025, a tough encounter with Yahiko_x ended in a narrow defeat after an intense positional tussle. But hey, behind every loss is a future victory waiting to be unlocked!

In Conclusion

Dhulipalla Bala Chandra Prasad isn’t just an International Master — they’re a chess storyteller, a late-night warrior, and a tactician with a hint of mystery. Whether you face Swarnapuri on the 64 squares or just admire from afar, know that this player crafts games with the finesse of a grandmaster and the wit of a chess comedian.