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Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Main Line

ECO B526 half-movesWhite to move

Moves

1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3. Bb5+ Bd7

The Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Main Line (B52) reaches this position after 6 half-moves, with White to move. Want to know why each move is played, the plans for both sides, and the traps to avoid? Step through it on an interactive board while the Chess Guru explains every idea in plain English.

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