1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 Nc6
Chess openings · A50
Mexican Defense
17,216 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 Nc6. White wins 50%, draws 4%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 3,297 | 53%44% |
| 1200–1599 | 4,154 | 55%43% |
| 1600–1999 | 5,074 | 50%47% |
| 2000 and up | 4,691 | 45%49% |
| All ratings | 17,216 | 50%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 5,862 | 51%46% |
| Blitz | 8,843 | 50%46% |
| Rapid | 2,427 | 52%45% |
| Classical | 84 | 54%44% |