Description
Master the Kalashnikov Sicilian (Download)
by Fabien Libiszewski
Delve into the intriguing realm of the Sicilian Kalashnikov variation! In this enthralling Fritztrainer, unlock the mysteries of this dynamic opening sequence: 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4 cxd4 4.Nxd4 e5.
Black willingly sacrifices long-term strategic advantages to compel White to expend valuable development time. This adaptable opening appeals to aficionados of aggressive play while offering a sturdy strategic base. Gain insight into key concepts and essential strategic plans to navigate the sharp lines with confidence. Introduced by chess legend Charles de La Bourdonnais in 1834, this enduring opening remains a staple at the highest echelons of the game, embraced by modern luminaries like Teimour Radjabov, Alexei Shirov, and more recently, Parham Maghsoodloo and Hikaru Nakamura, who utilized the Kalashnikov in pivotal moments such as the Grand Swiss 2023 final round, securing qualification for the Candidates Tournament. Enrich your repertoire with cutting-edge variations to catch your opponents off guard. Explore the contemporary perspective on this opening alongside esteemed French GM Fabien Libiszewski, a Kalashnikov expert for nearly two decades.
- Video running time: 5 h 7 minutes
- Interactive training including video feedback
- Database with over 300 model games
- Extra: Training with ChessBase apps - test your knowledge and practice your Repertoire.
Contents
- Introduction
- 5th move alternatives
- 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4 xd4 4.Nxd4 e5
- Introduction
- Game: McDonnell - De Labourdonnais
- 5.Nxc6
- Game: Bosch - Ikonnikov
- 5.Nf3
- 5.Ne2
- 5.Nb3
- 5.Nf5
- 6th move alternatives
- 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4 xd4 4.Nxd4 e5 5.Nb5 d6
- Introduction
- 6.Bg5
- 6.Be2
- 6.Bc4
- 6.g3
- 6.Be3
- 6.a4
- 6.c4
- 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4 xd4 4.Nxd4 e5 5.Nb5 d6
- Introduction
- Game: Pichot - Giri
- Game: Anand - Maghsoodloo
- 6.c4 without N1-c3
- 6.c4 Be6 7.N1c3 a6 8.Na3 g6 Main Line
- 6.Nb1-c3
- 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4 xd4 4.Nxd4 e5 5.Nb5 d6
- Introduction
- Game: Dominguez - Nakamura
- Game: Duda - Dubov
- Game: Clarke - Bosiocic
- 6.N1-c3 a6 7.Na3 Be6 8th move alternatives
- 6.N1-c3 a6 7.Na3 Be6 8.Nc4 Rb8 9th move alternatives
- 6.N1-c3 a6 7.Na3 Be6 8.Nc4 Rb8 9.a4
- 6.N1-c3 a6 7.Na3 Be6 8.Nc4 Rb8 9.Be3
- 6.N1-c3 a6 7.Na3 Be6 8.Nc4 Rb8 9.Nd5
- 6.N1-c3 a6 7.Na3 Be6 8.Nc4 Rb8 9.Ne3 Main Line
- Conclusion
- Exercises 1-11
- Repertoire training
- Description
- 5th moves
- 6th moves
- 6.c4
- 6.Nb1-c3
- 9th moves
- Bonus
- Analysis
- Games Database