lichess.org
Donate

Chess Conclave forum

Maximumly najdorf is preffered in top class games as it has a solid,counter-attacking chance and white also gets attack but if u wanna have a real attacking and counter-attack game then go for dragodorf or even dragon
Well it definetly is upto the player's preparation sidelines are easy to remember but also tricky to play as in any move a novelty can come which can take you outside your prep while on the other hand mainlines have have a variety of moves and games which you can study.But if you want to take your opponent out of his comfort zone,i.e. the move he didn't thought you will play,then go for sidelines
The alapin is by far the best against the sicillian in my opinion,easy to get good positions with,not much theory either
@Jatin2009 Yes,I agree but The Open Sicilian is far much more preferred and has higher winning chences....For the top Open Sicilian or even The Rossolimo is a great option than Alapin

This topic has been archived and can no longer be replied to.