Sicilian: Hungarian, 3.d4 cxd4

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Opening Overview: Sicilian: Hungarian, 3.d4 cxd4

By playing cxd4, the player enters the Sicilian: Hungarian, 3.d4 cxd4, a setup within the Sicilian Defense complex. While Bg7 is the consensus choice, cxd4 offers a fresh perspective. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move opens lines for pieces.

Key Plans

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

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Data analysis shows a 45% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian: Hungarian, 3.d4 cxd4:
+1.15 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Sicilian: Hungarian, 3.d4 cxd4

  • ECO Code: B27
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 45% / B: 22%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: None
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