Modern Defense (B06)

B06 · Chess Openings Reference Guide
Openings Directory / Modern Defense

Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.41

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 42.0% Draws: 27.5% Black Wins: 30.5%

Strategic Overview

The Modern Defense (ECO code B06) is a key chess opening. From the starting board position, it is defined by the following move sequence:

Move Sequence (SAN)
1. e4 g6
UCI Move Path
e2e4 g7g6
Repertoire Training

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Variations in this Family

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