Sicilian Defense: Rossolimo Variation (B30)

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Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.31

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 39.4% Draws: 28.3% Black Wins: 32.3%

Strategic Overview

The Sicilian Defense: Rossolimo Variation (ECO code B30) is a key chess opening. From the starting board position, it is defined by the following move sequence:

Move Sequence (SAN)
1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5
UCI Move Path
e2e4 c7c5 g1f3 b8c6 f1b5
Repertoire Training

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Variations in this Family

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