1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Nxd4 Bb4+
Chess openings · Scotch Game · C45
Scotch Game: Malaniuk Variation
10,112 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Nxd4 Bb4+. White wins 50%, draws 4%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 2,298 | 50%45% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,593 | 51%45% |
| 1600–1999 | 2,922 | 51%45% |
| 2000 and up | 1,299 | 43%52% |
| All ratings | 10,112 | 50%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,981 | 47%50% |
| Blitz | 4,962 | 50%46% |
| Rapid | 3,073 | 51%44% |
| Classical | 96 | 53%42% |