1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 Nbd7
Chess openings · B07
Lion Defense
31,737 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 Nbd7. White wins 49%, draws 4%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 3,654 | 46%50% |
| 1200–1599 | 6,940 | 47%50% |
| 1600–1999 | 10,812 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 10,331 | 50%45% |
| All ratings | 31,737 | 49%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 10,343 | 49%48% |
| Blitz | 16,235 | 49%47% |
| Rapid | 4,983 | 49%47% |
| Classical | 176 | 42%52% |