1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 e6
Chess openings · Benoni Defense · A60
Benoni Defense: Modern Variation
21,695 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 e6. White wins 50%, draws 3%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 771 | 51%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 4,437 | 53%45% |
| 1600–1999 | 10,003 | 49%47% |
| 2000 and up | 6,484 | 49%47% |
| All ratings | 21,695 | 50%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 7,188 | 51%47% |
| Blitz | 11,319 | 49%47% |
| Rapid | 3,099 | 50%46% |
| Classical | 89 | 42%55% |