Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation

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Opening Overview: Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation

"Instead of the standard f5, the player opts for a6. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move challenges the opponent."

The move a6 signals the Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation, steering the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 25%, the position is dynamic. Engines evaluate it at +0.08.

Also known as: Sicilian: O'Kelly Variation, O'Kelly Variation, Sicilian; B28, Sicilian: O'Kelly variation

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation:
+0.08 Balanced
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Technical Details for Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation

  • ECO Code: B28
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 37%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: Sicilian: O'Kelly Variation, O'Kelly Variation, Sicilian; B28, Sicilian: O'Kelly variation, O'Kelly Variation, Sicilian; B28
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