Ilamparthi A R – The International Master with a Blitz Lifestyle
Known to his online friends as the_chess_child, Ilamparthi A R is an International Master recognized by FIDE, a title that surely didn’t come from flipping coins but from many hours of relentless calculation and pawn pushing.
His chess journey is a tale of steady evolution, especially in the fast-paced world of blitz. Starting from humble beginnings around 2014 with a blitz rating just over 1000, he rocketed to nearly 3000 by 2023 – a rating close enough to intimidate even the digital Stockfish. While many might quiver under such speed, Ilamparthi practically thrives on it, with a blitz win rate consistently above 55% over thousands of games. To put it simply: he’s like a caffeinated knight, always on the move and difficult to capture.
A master of all time controls ranging from the contemplative realms of daily chess to the lightning-fast bullet, his stats reveal a player who adapts and conquers. He holds a respectable win rate in daily chess exceeding 68% for his favorite opening, affectionately coded as “Top Secret”—because like his best moves, this information is tightly guarded. Did we mention his longest winning streak was an astonishing 38 games? Clearly, Ilamparthi knows how to put on a show.
But don’t be fooled by such impressive numbers! Off the board, Ilamparthi knows how to keep it light. Legend has it he once tried to remake his queen by gluing two rooks together after a particularly tough game, dubbing it the “super rook”—a piece still not accepted in official chess tournaments but admired for creativity.
His psychological armor is strong too, boasting an 83% comeback rate and a nearly perfect (99%) win rate after losing a piece, proving that setbacks only make him fiercer. Just don’t ask him about tilt—his "Tilt Factor" might be 29, but that’s just a reminder he’s human after all.
Whether it's warming up at 3 AM with bullet chess or dabbling in rapid games during lunch, Ilamparthi’s passion for chess shines through every move, making him a formidable opponent and a delightful character in the chess circuit.
Note: Opponents beware. His win rate against some heavy-hitters hovers close to 0%, but he has many favorites he’s crushed repeatedly, including “rakesh” with a 71% win record. Watch out, the_chess_child is ready for the next challenge!