1. d4 e6 2. c4 Bb4+
Chess openings · A40
Kangaroo Defense
13,325 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 e6 2. c4 Bb4+. White wins 52%, draws 4%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 2,252 | 52%44% |
| 1200–1599 | 4,836 | 53%43% |
| 1600–1999 | 4,439 | 51%45% |
| 2000 and up | 1,798 | 48%46% |
| All ratings | 13,325 | 52%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 3,346 | 52%45% |
| Blitz | 7,098 | 51%45% |
| Rapid | 2,731 | 53%43% |
| Classical | 150 | 53%41% |