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1. c4 c6

Chess openings · English Opening · A11

English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System

126,072 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 c6. White wins 48%, draws 4%, Black wins 47%.

Results by rating

Lichess ratingGames
White winsDrawBlack wins
Under 12005,992
49%48%
1200–159925,608
49%48%
1600–199954,184
48%47%
2000 and up40,288
48%47%
All ratings126,072
48%47%

By time control

Time controlGames
Bullet60,761
48%48%
Blitz52,500
49%46%
Rapid12,349
47%47%
Classical462
47%46%