Sicilian Defense: Closed, Chameleon Variation

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Opening Overview: Sicilian Defense: Closed, Chameleon Variation

By playing Nge2, the player enters the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Chameleon Variation, a setup within the Sicilian Defense complex. While g4 is the main choice, Nge2 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move fights for central squares.

Key Plans

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

From here, play typically proceeds with e5 or g6, leading into the Sicilian. Data analysis shows a 40% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Sicilian: Chameleon Variation, Sicilian Defense: Closed Variation, Chameleon Variation, Sicilian Defense, Closed Variation

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian Defense: Closed, Chameleon Variation:
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Technical Details for Sicilian Defense: Closed, Chameleon Variation

  • ECO Code: B23
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 40% / B: 30%
  • Moves: 8
  • Aliases: Sicilian: Chameleon Variation, Sicilian Defense: Closed Variation, Chameleon Variation, Sicilian Defense, Closed Variation, Chameleon Sicilian, Sicilian: chameleon variation, Chameleon Sicilian
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