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B20Theory
Sicilian Defense
The most popular and aggressive response to 1. e4. Black fights for the center from the flank, aiming for unbalanced, high-tactics positions.
Master Statistics:
White: 38%Draw: 30%Black: 32%
Key Strategic Plans:
- •Control d4 square
- •Open c-file for counter-play
- •Queenside minority attack