Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation

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1. e4
2. c5
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3. Nf3
4. e6
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5. d4
6. cxd4
4.
7. Nxd4
8. Nc6
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9. Nc3

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The Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation is a chess opening classified under ECO code B45 (Semi-Open games). It is a variation of the Sicilian Defense family. Step through the moves on the board above, then play the line yourself or review it with the built-in engine.