Instead of developing the bishop, Black strikes at the base of the chain immediately with 3...c5. The pawn on c5 can be recaptured later, and Black gains fast development and open lines against White's centre.
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You (Black)
Waiting for White...
ProgressMove 1 of 7
Move Sequence
1.e4c6
2.d4d5
3.e5c5
4.dxc5Nc6
5.Nf3Bg4
6.Bb5e6
7.h3Bh5
Current lineBotvinnik-Carls Defence
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