1. c4 e5 2. Nc3
Chess openings · English Opening: King's English Variation · A21
English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian
158,282 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 e5 2. Nc3. White wins 53%, draws 3%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 15,689 | 53%44% |
| 1200–1599 | 47,804 | 53%44% |
| 1600–1999 | 70,821 | 52%44% |
| 2000 and up | 23,968 | 53%43% |
| All ratings | 158,282 | 53%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 48,807 | 53%45% |
| Blitz | 81,659 | 52%44% |
| Rapid | 26,849 | 53%43% |
| Classical | 967 | 54%42% |