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How To Crush The Sicilian In 3 Check: 4. d5 Part 3 (Black Plays c4 After Bd3)

How To Crush The Sicilian In 3 Check: 4. d5 Part 3 (Black Plays c4 After Bd3)

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Plans and ideas:

  • Push your pawn to e5 to support Nd6+ in the future.
  • Play actively in the center after going for the Knight check on d6. Don't give Black time to successfully advance in the center.
  • If Black pushes their pawn to c4 after you play Bd3 then sacrifice your Bishop in exchange for rapid development.
  • Always be on the lookout for deflection tactics to get checks.
  • You can usually afford to sacrifice multiple pieces for a 2nd check or to maintain the initiative in this opening due to the vulnerability of Black's King. You should have enough resources in reserve to get a third check.
  • Always focus on creating threats towards Black's King. The initiative is very important so try to avoid playing passive moves whenever possible.