1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Nf3 Bg7 5. h3
Chess openings · Pirc Defense: Classical Variation · B08
Pirc Defense: Classical Variation, Schlechter Variation
20,631 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Nf3 Bg7 5. h3. White wins 50%, draws 5%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 1,017 | 48%48% |
| 1200–1599 | 4,671 | 51%45% |
| 1600–1999 | 8,299 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 6,644 | 50%44% |
| All ratings | 20,631 | 50%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 5,011 | 51%45% |
| Blitz | 11,049 | 50%45% |
| Rapid | 4,327 | 51%45% |
| Classical | 244 | 43%51% |