1. e4 e6 2. d4 c5 3. d5
Chess openings · Benoni Defense · A43
Benoni Defense: French Benoni
80,827 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e6 2. d4 c5 3. d5. White wins 51%, draws 3%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 6,041 | 53%45% |
| 1200–1599 | 23,919 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 34,131 | 51%46% |
| 2000 and up | 16,736 | 51%45% |
| All ratings | 80,827 | 51%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 32,600 | 50%48% |
| Blitz | 38,891 | 52%45% |
| Rapid | 9,098 | 53%43% |
| Classical | 238 | 53%40% |