1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. e3 e6 5. Nf3
Chess openings · Semi-Slav Defense · D45
Semi-Slav Defense: Main Line
51,639 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. e3 e6 5. Nf3. White wins 52%, draws 4%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 1,994 | 52%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 8,739 | 52%45% |
| 1600–1999 | 24,304 | 52%44% |
| 2000 and up | 16,602 | 52%43% |
| All ratings | 51,639 | 52%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 22,178 | 53%45% |
| Blitz | 23,997 | 51%44% |
| Rapid | 5,246 | 51%43% |
| Classical | 218 | 53%42% |