Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation

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Opening Overview: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation

By playing Nc3, the player enters the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation, a setup within the Sicilian Defense complex. Departing from the popular Sicilian (Be2), this line chooses Nc3. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls e4 and d5.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

From here, play typically proceeds with b5 or d6, leading into the Sicilian Defense. Data analysis shows a 35% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Sicilian: Kan, 5.Nc3, Sicilian Defense, Kan Variation, B43

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation:
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Technical Details for Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation

  • ECO Code: B43
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 35% / B: 36%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: Sicilian: Kan, 5.Nc3, Sicilian Defense, Kan Variation, B43
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