1. c4 e5 2. Nc3 Nf6
Chess openings · English Opening: King's English Variation · A22
English Opening: King's English Variation, Two Knights Variation
125,001 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 e5 2. Nc3 Nf6. White wins 51%, draws 4%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 9,871 | 51%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 36,954 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 55,791 | 51%45% |
| 2000 and up | 22,385 | 50%44% |
| All ratings | 125,001 | 51%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 33,727 | 52%45% |
| Blitz | 66,167 | 50%45% |
| Rapid | 24,132 | 50%45% |
| Classical | 975 | 48%46% |