Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation
ECO B22 · Sicilian Defense · solid · beginner
The Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22) is a solid chess opening in the Sicilian Defense family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. e4 c5 2. c3. Popular Anti-Sicilian with 2.c3. Avoids heavy theory. Recommended for beginner players.
Moves: 1. e4 c5 2. c3