Sicilian: 2...e6 3.Nc3 Nc6

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Opening Overview: Sicilian: 2...e6 3.Nc3 Nc6

By playing Nc6, the player enters the Sicilian: 2...e6 3.Nc3 Nc6, a setup within the Sicilian Defense complex. This line follows the critical path of the Sicilian Defense. This move directly controls e5 and d4.

Key Plans

  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Data analysis shows a 31% win rate for White, indicating Black chances.

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian: 2...e6 3.Nc3 Nc6:
-0.64 Slight Advantage (Black)
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Technical Details for Sicilian: 2...e6 3.Nc3 Nc6

  • ECO Code: B40
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 31% / B: 44%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: None
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