Sicilian Defense: Paulsen-Basman Defense
ECO B408 half-movesWhite to move
Moves
1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 e6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Bc5
The Sicilian Defense: Paulsen-Basman Defense (B40) reaches this position after 8 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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