Sicilian: Alapin, 2...e6 3.Nf3

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Opening Overview: Sicilian: Alapin, 2...e6 3.Nf3

By playing Nf3, the player enters the Sicilian: Alapin, 2...e6 3.Nf3, a setup within the Sicilian Defense complex. Deviating from the common Sicilian (d4), this line chooses Nf3. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls e5 and d4.

Key Plans

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

From here, play typically proceeds with d5, leading into the Sicilian. Data analysis shows a 35% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian: Alapin, 2...e6 3.Nf3:
-0.18 Balanced
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Technical Details for Sicilian: Alapin, 2...e6 3.Nf3

  • ECO Code: B22
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 35% / B: 39%
  • Moves: 8
  • Aliases: None
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