B33Semi-Open

Sicilian Defense: Sveshnikov Variation

Main Line

1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 e5

Overview

A dynamic system where Black accepts a backward d-pawn and a hole on d5 in exchange for active piece play and the bishop pair. Revitalized by Sveshnikov in the 1970s.

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