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Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit: what should White play?
Best move
Qxd4-0.58
White to move. The engine's choice is Qxd4 (-0.58).
- Games played
- 39K
- To move
- White
- Evaluation
- -0.58
- Depth
- 22
What else gets played here
Move choices from 39K games in the opening book, with the engine's evaluation of each.
| Move | Evaluation | Played | Games | White score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qxd4Engine pick | -0.58 | 27K | 0% | |
| exd6 | -1.11 | 7.2K | 0% | |
| Nf3 | -1.27 | 3.2K | 0% | |
| c3 | -1.26 | 1.1K | 0% | |
| Bb5+ | -1.12 | 550 | 0% |
More positions in the Sicilian Defense
All Sicilian Defense positions →Frequently asked questions
What is the best move for White in the Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit?
Qxd4 (-0.58). White to move. The engine's choice is Qxd4 (-0.58).
How often does this position occur?
This position has been reached 39K times in the opening book.