1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 e5
Chess openings · Benoni Defense · A56
Benoni Defense: Czech Benoni Defense
5,660 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 e5. White wins 47%, draws 4%, Black wins 49%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 67 | 48%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 399 | 52%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 1,437 | 47%50% |
| 2000 and up | 3,757 | 46%48% |
| All ratings | 5,660 | 47%49% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,601 | 48%49% |
| Blitz | 3,591 | 46%49% |
| Rapid | 457 | 48%46% |
| Classical | 11 | – |