1. c4 e5 2. Nf3
Chess openings · English Opening: King's English Variation · A20
English Opening: King's English Variation, Nimzowitsch Variation
12,076 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 e5 2. Nf3. White wins 51%, draws 4%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 2,161 | 48%48% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,114 | 50%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 3,814 | 53%44% |
| 2000 and up | 2,987 | 53%42% |
| All ratings | 12,076 | 51%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 5,167 | 53%45% |
| Blitz | 4,864 | 51%45% |
| Rapid | 1,961 | 48%47% |
| Classical | 84 | 46%49% |