Cracking the Open Scicilian

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Avatar of tarius78

Hey all - just wanted to put up this recent online win where I destroyed one of my nemisises: the open Scicilian!

Wouldn't mind some analysis on this, as I'm always trying to find new lines against Scicilian systems... perhaps my oponent mistepped...?

In any case, here it is, enjoy:

Avatar of tarius78

Any analysis for me?

Avatar of Conquistador

Personally, I like 2...e6 for black.  In addition, 4...a6 looks like a much stronger option for black.  It is a very flexible response that prevents Bb5 and allows for a possible queenside expansion and a stronger d5 on move 5.  6.Qe2+ was a nice move, but I think 6...Nge7 is a better plan as black should develop his dark square bishop to g7.  If 7.Bb5 Be6 looks solid.

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Thanks for the input guys. Yes, the 2. ... e6 defence has lead to more difficult positions for me as white, so i would have to agree. However, there is the danger of getting a little cramped up like that, especially if white manages to play e5!