Valeri Lilov — Biography
Valeri Lilov, known online as TigerLilov, is a titled chess player and a dedicated streamer. They earned the International Master title from FIDE and share their passion for the game with a broad online audience.
Their preferred time control is Blitz, and they enjoy teaching through fast-paced, tactical battles that test quick thinking and practical decision-making.
Career Highlights
As an International Master, Valeri has competed at high levels and built a reputation for energetic, principled play. They balance competitive strength with an approachable teaching style for viewers new to the game or looking to sharpen their blitz instincts.
- FIDE International Master title holder
- Blitz specialist with a growing streaming presence
- Content creator offering game analyses, openings, and practical tips
Streaming and Community
On streams, Valeri analyzes live games, explains ideas behind moves, and engages with a supportive, curious community. They aim to demystify complex positions and make chess enjoyable for players at all levels.
- Live game analyses and tutorials
- Active engagement with viewers and fellow players
- Open discussion of openings and middlegame plans
Playing Style
Valeri leans toward dynamic, tactical chess with sharp combinations and fast, practical decision-making. They thrive in the clock-pressure of blitz and relish opportunities to convert initiative into winning chances.
Openings and References
Openings Valeri frequently explores include aggressive systems and flexible replies that adapt to opponents’ plans. See the profile for TigerLilov for more details: Valeri Lilov and explore related terms: Sicilian Defence or
Coaching Feedback for Valeri Lilov
Strengths
- Opening Repertoire: You consistently play solid openings such as the Queen's Gambit Declined and London System, which shows a good understanding of classical principles and a solid foundation.
- Positional Understanding: Your handling of central control and piece development is logical and sound, especially in your wins where you improve your piece activity and control key squares effectively.
- Endgame Technique: In many games, you convert advantageous positions confidently, showing good awareness of material and mating nets (e.g., the beautiful checkmate in a rapid game). Keep honing this strength!
Areas for Improvement
- Defense Under Pressure: In a few losses (e.g., against luigikoala), you faced problems dealing with pressure on the queenside and activity of opponent's pieces. Consider reviewing how to handle attacks and counterplay in slightly worse positions.
- Pawn Structure and Exchanges: Pay attention to decisions about pawn breaks and exchanges that affect your pawn structure negatively. Sometimes simplifying can favor your opponent’s activity – more careful evaluation is recommended.
- Time Management: In some faster time controls, timing is tight and tactical oversights creep in. Practice quick calculation and pattern recognition to improve your speed without losing accuracy.
Specific Suggestions
- Study Typical Plans in Queen's Gambit Declined: Deepen your knowledge of key pawn breaks and piece maneuvers in this opening. For example, look at how to correctly decide when to play ...c5 or ...e5 as Black.
- Tactical Training: Regularly solve tactical puzzles focusing on pins, forks, and discovered attacks to sharpen your alertness, especially in midgame complication moments.
- Analyze Your Losses: Reviewing your lost games to understand the turning points will help avoid repeat mistakes. Focus on move 15-25 where many positions tend to swing.
Keep it Up!
You are clearly progressing well and have a great foundation. Continue working on the details mentioned above and maintain a positive attitude towards learning. Most importantly, enjoy your games and challenges!
Here is a look at a nice recent win to reinforce these concepts:
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1c41-o | 38W / 133L / 40D | |
| relaxed | 15W / 23L / 1D | |
| Evan Ju | 26W / 9L / 0D | |
| malevolence | 21W / 13L / 0D | |
| camhonglequan | 19W / 7L / 1D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2893 | 2705 | 2234 | |
| 2021 | 2266 | 2438 | ||
| 2020 | 2531 | 2057 | 2438 | |
| 2019 | 2626 | 1784 | 2438 | |
| 2018 | 2460 | 1703 | 2438 | |
| 2017 | 2450 | 2200 | 2438 | |
| 2016 | 2743 | 2548 | 2438 | |
| 2015 | 2548 | 2438 | ||
| 2014 | 2743 | 2548 | 2200 | |
| 2013 | 2903 | 2548 | 2200 | |
| 2012 | 2903 | 2440 | 2115 | |
| 2011 | 2903 | 2385 | 1200 | 2275 |
| 2010 | 1426 | 1922 | ||
| 2009 | 2051 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 38W / 22L / 3D | 35W / 26L / 2D | 77.6 |
| 2021 | 9W / 3L / 2D | 8W / 4L / 1D | 79.5 |
| 2020 | 22W / 12L / 3D | 19W / 15L / 3D | 62.1 |
| 2019 | 82W / 53L / 13D | 74W / 59L / 18D | 72.8 |
| 2018 | 94W / 79L / 13D | 74W / 95L / 16D | 78.8 |
| 2017 | 16W / 18L / 4D | 18W / 18L / 1D | 62.0 |
| 2016 | 34W / 12L / 3D | 25W / 17L / 6D | 72.5 |
| 2015 | 17W / 4L / 3D | 18W / 4L / 1D | 75.9 |
| 2014 | 24W / 13L / 5D | 20W / 16L / 5D | 75.6 |
| 2013 | 53W / 18L / 1D | 31W / 16L / 2D | 85.5 |
| 2012 | 13W / 5L / 1D | 13W / 2L / 1D | 66.5 |
| 2011 | 86W / 35L / 7D | 76W / 44L / 5D | 86.4 |
| 2010 | 4W / 4L / 0D | 1W / 4L / 0D | 26.8 |
| 2009 | 5W / 2L / 0D | 7W / 0L / 1D | 52.4 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Defense | 34 | 23 | 11 | 0 | 67.7% |
| Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack | 28 | 5 | 23 | 0 | 17.9% |
| English Opening: Closed, Taimanov Variation | 22 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 18.2% |
| East Indian Defense | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 45.5% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Torre Attack | 11 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 45.5% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36.4% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 70.0% |
| Döry Defense | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 9 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 8 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 25.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QGD: 3.Nc3 Bb4 | 26 | 13 | 11 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Döry Defense | 17 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 64.7% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 13 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 92.3% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 11 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 90.9% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Torre Attack | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 60.0% |
| Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Milner-Barry Variation | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 55.6% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 85.7% |
| Dutch Defense | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 57.1% |
| French Defense: Guimard Variation, Thunderbunny Variation | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 100 | 61 | 36 | 3 | 61.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack | 69 | 36 | 29 | 4 | 52.2% |
| Amazon Attack | 32 | 20 | 9 | 3 | 62.5% |
| Four Knights Game: Spanish Variation | 26 | 18 | 8 | 0 | 69.2% |
| Dutch Defense | 25 | 14 | 11 | 0 | 56.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 21 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 52.4% |
| Modern | 19 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 73.7% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Torre Attack | 17 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 70.6% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 17 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 70.6% |
| Döry Defense | 16 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 56.2% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 46 | 25 | 17 | 4 | 54.4% |
| Four Knights Game: Spanish Variation | 25 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 52.0% |
| English Opening: Closed, Taimanov Variation | 14 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation | 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 90.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 60.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 66.7% |
| Dutch Defense | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 88.9% |
| Amazon Attack | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 55.6% |
| Philidor Defense | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 75.0% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Torre Attack | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 85.7% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 19 | 0 |
| Losing | 8 | 1 |