Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.Nc3

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Opening Overview: Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.Nc3

By playing Nc3, the player enters the Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.Nc3, a system within the Sicilian Defense complex. Departing from the popular Sicilian (Bxc6), this line chooses Nc3. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move exerts pressure on e4 and d5.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 39% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.Nc3:
+0.17 Balanced
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Technical Details for Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.Nc3

  • ECO Code: B31
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 39% / B: 35%
  • Moves: 11
  • Aliases: None
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