MNb wrote on 01/10/18 at 09:48:01:
Stigma wrote on 01/09/18 at 19:14:44:
But what if I argue that after 1.e4 c5 2.d4 cxd4 3.c3 g6 4.Nf3, 4...d3 is simply the best move?
Then I'd argue that 3...d3 is simply more accurate. After 4.Bxd3 Nc6 5.c4 g6 White's best is something with Nf3 anyway.
So we agree then (as does Panjwani): If Black wants one consistent system against both the regular and delayed Morra, he might as well play 3...d3. (Though of course if 2.d4 is played, Black is free to choose a line without ...g6 even if he's otherwise aiming for the Hyper-accelerated Dragon.)
MNb wrote on 01/10/18 at 09:48:01:
I even would be tempted to argue that 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 g6 3.c3 Bg7 4.d4 and now cxd4 might be inaccurate because of 5.Bc4.
I'm less sure about this: If you look at the position it's hard to suggest any other move than 4...cxd4. At least all moves I can think of run into problems. Note especially 4...d5 5.dxc5 dxe4 6.Qxd8+ Kxd8 7.Ng5 winning a pawn – in Panjwani's line 3.c3 Nc6!? 4.d4 d5 this problem doesn't arise since the knight can recapture on d8: 5.dxc5 dxe4 6.Qxd8+ Nxd8.
So if the position after 5.Bc4 should really turn out to be good for White, 3... Bg7 may already be inaccurate.
CarriedbyGg wrote on 01/10/18 at 07:23:36:
You can also check Kotronias analysis in his Anti-Sicilian book. I believe that he accepts the Gambit via an acc. Dragon move order.
Thanks, I wasn't aware of this. I will look at it if I'm not satisfied with the ...d3 declined lines offered by Panjwani.
Does Kotronias claim an advantage for Black, or does White get full compensation in his view?