Sicilian: Nimzowitsch, 3.Nc3 d5

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Opening Overview: Sicilian: Nimzowitsch, 3.Nc3 d5

By playing d5, the player enters the Sicilian: Nimzowitsch, 3.Nc3 d5, a system within the Sicilian Defense complex. This line follows the main path of the Sicilian Defense. This move exerts pressure on e4 and c4.

Critical Concepts

  • Focus on maneuvering and wing expansion.
  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Locked Center, Fianchetto

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks. Data analysis shows a 31% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian: Nimzowitsch, 3.Nc3 d5:
-0.44 Slight Advantage (Black)
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Technical Details for Sicilian: Nimzowitsch, 3.Nc3 d5

  • ECO Code: B29
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 31% / B: 40%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: None
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