Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.O-O Bg7 5.c3

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Opening Overview: Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.O-O Bg7 5.c3

By playing c3, the player enters the Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.O-O Bg7 5.c3, a system within the Sicilian Defense complex. Departing from the popular Sicilian (Re1), this line chooses c3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move challenges the opponent.

Critical Concepts

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

As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 35% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.O-O Bg7 5.c3:
-0.16 Balanced
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Technical Details for Sicilian: Rossolimo, 3...g6 4.O-O Bg7 5.c3

  • ECO Code: B31
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 35% / B: 38%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: None
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