1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Bg5
Chess openings · Pirc Defense · B07
Pirc Defense: Byrne Variation
47,603 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Bg5. White wins 53%, draws 4%, Black wins 43%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 4,404 | 51%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 15,612 | 53%44% |
| 1600–1999 | 17,405 | 53%43% |
| 2000 and up | 10,182 | 56%40% |
| All ratings | 47,603 | 53%43% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 12,212 | 54%44% |
| Blitz | 25,328 | 53%42% |
| Rapid | 9,770 | 53%43% |
| Classical | 293 | 56%38% |