1. d4 c5 2. d5 e5 3. e4 d6
Chess openings · Benoni Defense · A44
Benoni Defense: Semi-Benoni
5,757 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 c5 2. d5 e5 3. e4 d6. White wins 51%, draws 4%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 202 | 52%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 656 | 50%48% |
| 1600–1999 | 1,834 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 3,065 | 52%43% |
| All ratings | 5,757 | 51%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,606 | 51%46% |
| Blitz | 3,625 | 51%44% |
| Rapid | 498 | 52%45% |
| Classical | 28 | – |