1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. e3 e6 5. Nf3 a6
Chess openings · Semi-Slav Defense · D45
Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation
2,967 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. e3 e6 5. Nf3 a6. White wins 50%, draws 5%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 109 | 52%45% |
| 1200–1599 | 501 | 49%49% |
| 1600–1999 | 1,400 | 51%45% |
| 2000 and up | 957 | 50%42% |
| All ratings | 2,967 | 50%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 881 | 52%45% |
| Blitz | 1,676 | 49%45% |
| Rapid | 395 | 49%46% |
| Classical | 15 | – |