Miodrag Perunovic – The Blitz Maestro
International Master Miodrag Perunovic, affectionately known in the chess circles as "TheButcher," slices through blitz games with surgical precision and a streak of calculated chaos. Known for an impressive blitz peak rating of 2793 in 2025, Miodrag’s lightning-fast style and strategic depth have made him a formidable opponent on any board.
Chess Odyssey
From the blitz arenas of 2023 with a steady 2400 rating, Miodrag exploded onto the scene with relentless vigor, notching an average rating above 2660 and maintaining a winning record with 83 victories out of 143 blitz clashes. His rapid performance may be quieter, but hey, even legends need a breather: a solitary rapid game ending in a friendly draw.
Playing Style and Psychology
Miodrag’s gameplay is a cocktail of high tactical awareness and endgame mastery, with an impressive 76% endgame frequency and an average of 68 moves to victory, proving he’s not just a sprinter but a marathoner. His comeback rate is a staggering 82%—when things look bleak, TheButcher sharpens his knives and turns the tables, notably boasting a 100% win rate after losing a piece. Tilt? Minimal, with a tilt factor of just 4, reflecting a calm mind that thrives under pressure.
Rivalries & Records
Miodrag's competitive spirit shines brightest against opponents like warlordx (75% win rate) and a slew of other adversaries he’s dominated, including padam19 and thebraincrusher, both suffering a clean sweep. His most recent opponents read like a who's who of the blitz world, including names like khvicha_supatashvili and gilbertelroy — challenging yet inspiring foes.
Fun Fact
Legend has it that Miodrag’s preferred opening is "Top Secret"—not to confuse you with mystery, but because the moves evolve so unpredictably that even he’s surprised sometimes! With a win rate of 58% in this opening alone, it’s probably less secret to his victims and more like a chess ninja attack.
When not crushing dreams in blitz, you can find him charming spectators with his strategic wizardry, joking that chess is just a game of patience… and a little bit of “butchery.”