1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Nf3
Chess openings · Pirc Defense · B08
Pirc Defense: Classical Variation
263,482 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Nf3. White wins 49%, draws 4%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 31,577 | 49%48% |
| 1200–1599 | 82,722 | 49%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 98,503 | 49%46% |
| 2000 and up | 50,680 | 50%46% |
| All ratings | 263,482 | 49%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 98,356 | 49%47% |
| Blitz | 117,256 | 49%46% |
| Rapid | 46,287 | 50%45% |
| Classical | 1,583 | 47%47% |