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Ven Iyer NM

Username: VennyIce

Location: New York

Playing Since: 2012-04-22 (Active)

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Daily: 1845
102W / 74L / 6D
Blitz: 1444
135W / 122L / 12D
Bullet: 2009
86W / 48L / 9D

Vennyice: A Chess Prodigy in the Making

From his early days on the chess scene in 2012, Vennyice has demonstrated an impressive versatility and commitment to his craft. Beginning with a modest Daily rating of 1285, he quickly evolved into a formidable competitor, steadily climbing the rating ladder. His breakthrough came in 2014 when he reached a Daily rating peak of 2000, and his performance in Blitz and Bullet formats has often seen him testing even higher limits, with Blitz ratings touching the 2100 mark and Bullet performances that highlight his fearless approach on the board.

Vennyice’s journey is marked not only by his rating growth but also by his well-rounded game strategy. His record speaks volumes—a balanced mix of wins, losses, and even occasional draws across different time controls. Whether it is a long, methodical Daily match or the rapid-fire decision making needed in Blitz and Bullet, his adaptability and tactical awareness shine through. His willingness to come back from challenging positions is notable, reflected in a remarkable comeback rate exceeding 80% and a flawless win rate in games even when down a piece.

Known for his deep opening preparation, Vennyice has explored a wide range of chess openings. He has adeptly navigated through the intricacies of the Caro-Kann Defense, Scandinavian Defense, Sicilian variations, and many more. His opening repertoire is as diverse as it is effective; some of his opening performances have been near flawless, demonstrating a 100% win rate in key variations—a testament to his detailed study and understanding of the game’s early phases.

Beyond the numbers, Vennyice is also recognized for his calculated style and psychological resilience. With an endgame frequency of over 67% and an average match length that reveals a patient, strategic mind, he has mastered both the art of attack and the subtleties of defense. His tilt factor remains low, emphasizing a calm, measured approach even under pressure. This psychological composure, combined with his strong performance in rapid scenarios where his rating peaks at around 2000, further highlights his ability to handle both long and short formats with equal ease.

Vennyice’s chess career is a blend of continuous growth, tactical brilliance, and a passion for deep strategic play. Whether you’re a fellow competitor or a fan of the game, his journey from an aspiring beginner to a seasoned tactician is nothing short of inspiring. With each game, he writes a new chapter in an evolving story filled with intense battles, noteworthy comebacks, and a drive to constantly outsmart his opponents.


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🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
ozono28 0W / 1L / 0D
maty21052007 0W / 1L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
h_sp 5W / 7L / 0D
vitaminb 6W / 3L / 0D
knasti777 7W / 1L / 0D
joel1973 1W / 3L / 3D
z_alex 6W / 1L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 1444
2023 2009
2022 1731 2000
2020 2095 1880
2018 1873 1736
2017 1910 1922
2016 1949 1867 2000
2015 1790 1845
2014 2005 1790 1829
2013 1860 1710 1679
2012 1255 1581 1414
Rating by Year2012201320142015201620172018202020222023202520951255YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 0W / 1L / 0D 0W / 1L / 0D 98.5
2023 0W / 2L / 0D 1W / 0L / 0D 120.7
2022 1W / 0L / 0D 0W / 1L / 0D 70.0
2020 1W / 1L / 0D 0W / 1L / 0D 50.7
2018 12W / 7L / 2D 9W / 13L / 2D 69.7
2017 20W / 11L / 3D 18W / 17L / 2D 72.0
2016 13W / 9L / 2D 12W / 9L / 3D 65.5
2015 2W / 2L / 0D 3W / 2L / 0D 11.1
2014 39W / 27L / 2D 36W / 26L / 2D 67.8
2013 83W / 36L / 6D 81W / 43L / 6D 69.9
2012 10W / 12L / 0D 8W / 14L / 0D 37.0

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense 22 9 11 2 40.9%
Caro-Kann Defense 14 9 4 1 64.3%
Barnes Defense 9 7 2 0 77.8%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 7 7 0 0 100.0%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line 5 4 0 1 80.0%
Four Knights Game 5 3 1 1 60.0%
Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation 4 1 3 0 25.0%
Amar Gambit 4 1 2 1 25.0%
Colle: 3...Bf5, Alekhine Variation 4 3 1 0 75.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 28 12 12 4 42.9%
Scandinavian Defense 13 7 6 0 53.9%
Barnes Defense 13 7 6 0 53.9%
Modern 13 10 3 0 76.9%
Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation 11 5 6 0 45.5%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 11 9 2 0 81.8%
Four Knights Game 10 7 3 0 70.0%
Czech Defense 10 3 7 0 30.0%
French Defense 10 8 2 0 80.0%
Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Haag Gambit 8 4 4 0 50.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Döry Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
English Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Amar Gambit 1 0 0 1 0.0%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation 1 0 0 1 0.0%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amar Gambit 13 5 7 1 38.5%
Caro-Kann Defense 11 6 5 0 54.5%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 11 5 4 2 45.5%
Barnes Defense 10 6 4 0 60.0%
Australian Defense 8 6 2 0 75.0%
Unknown 8 5 3 0 62.5%
Amazon Attack 8 4 4 0 50.0%
Scandinavian Defense 8 6 2 0 75.0%
Modern Defense 7 7 0 0 100.0%
Philidor Defense 7 3 4 0 42.9%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 0
Losing 22 2