Sicilian Defense: Staunton-Cochrane Variation

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Opening Overview: Sicilian Defense: Staunton-Cochrane Variation

By playing c4, the player enters the Sicilian Defense: Staunton-Cochrane Variation, a system within the Sicilian Defense complex. Instead of the standard Qg4, the player opts for c4. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move exerts pressure on d5.

Critical Concepts

  • Focus on maneuvering and wing expansion.
  • Feature: Locked Center

From here, play often proceeds with d6 or e6, leading into the Sicilian. Data analysis shows a 44% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Sicilian: English (2.c4), Staunton-Cochrane Variation, Sicilian, Staunton-Cochrane Variation, Sicilian

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian Defense: Staunton-Cochrane Variation:
+0.58 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Sicilian Defense: Staunton-Cochrane Variation

  • ECO Code: B20
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 44% / B: 33%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: Sicilian: English (2.c4), Staunton-Cochrane Variation, Sicilian, Staunton-Cochrane Variation, Sicilian
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