1. c4 c5 2. Nc3 Nc6
Chess openings · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation · A35
English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Two Knights Variation
42,904 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 c5 2. Nc3 Nc6. White wins 51%, draws 4%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 1,834 | 52%45% |
| 1200–1599 | 8,041 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 20,173 | 51%45% |
| 2000 and up | 12,856 | 52%43% |
| All ratings | 42,904 | 51%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 19,472 | 53%44% |
| Blitz | 19,031 | 50%45% |
| Rapid | 4,259 | 49%45% |
| Classical | 142 | 52%46% |