Sicilian - Smith-Morra Gambit (B21)

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Sicilian - Smith-Morra Gambit (B21) - Opening Theory

 

  Smith-Morra Gambit:
 A Comprehensive Guide

Discover the strategic nuances of the Smith-Morra Gambit, a dynamic chess opening favored by tactical enthusiasts.

Learn why fearless players embrace this aggressive approach to the Sicilian Defense.

• Thrive on sharp, tactical battles
• Dictate the pace of the game
• Catch opponents off guard and navigate unfamiliar territory
• Say goodbye to dull pawn structures
• It offers endless possibilities for excitement and growth
  
  

Smith-Morra Gambit Wikipedia Page 

 General Info About this Opening
1.e4 c5 2.d4 cxd4 3.c3 dxc3 4.Nxc3

 

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Smith Morra Gambit Articles

Explore insightful articles and comprehensive guides on the Smith-Morra Gambit and Learn strategies, mainlines, and effective counterplay against this aggressive Sicilian Defense approach.

The Smith-Morra Gambit opening for White & Black - Chessable Blog -Delve into this comprehensive guide on the Smith-Morra Gambit, covering strategies for both players. Explore model games, instructions on how to play it, and effective ways to counter it.

Smith Morra Gambit - Amazingly solid gambit! - IM Alberto Chueca - Provides an in-depth analysis of the Smith-Morra Gambit, highlighting its popularity and solidity. Gain insights into mainlines, plans, ideas, and sample games to master this dynamic opening strategy.

Smith-Morra Gambit: Complete Guide - The Chess World - Uncover the secrets of the Smith-Morra Gambit with this comprehensive guide. Featuring plans, traps, and an embedded 44-minute video with GM Kriszian Szabo

Smith Morra Gambit Article  Simplify Chess Guide -Explore the dynamic world of the Smith-Morra Gambit with this aggressive opening strategy against the Sicilian Defense. Dive into theory, key variations, and strategic ideas to harness the tactical opportunities and seize the initiative.

A Bust to the Smith-Morra Gambit - Gain valuable insights into countering the Smith-Morra Gambit with this USCF Theory Article. Discover strategies to effectively play against this aggressive opening and turn the tables on your opponent.

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Books (Free Download)

The Smith Morra Gambit Part 1 - 22 Page (PDF) - Free Printable Guide

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Blogs

 

The Smith-Morra Gambit opening for White & Black -  In-depth Opening Guide on Chessable Blog

GM Boris Altermans Blog ( Morra Gambit Lessons)
Morra Gambit Pt 1
Morra Gambit Pt 2
Morra Gambit Pt 3
Morra Gambit Pt 4
Morra Gambit Pt 5
Morra Gambit Pt 6
Morra Gambit Pt 7

Smith-Morra Gambit Blog that goes over this gambit in great detail with plenty of illustrations. Several Posts Talking extensively about certain Lines.

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Smith-Morra Gambit LiChess Studies

Smith-Morra Gambit  - This is the Listudy page  (Practice The opening here and Links to 2 Lichess Studys)

Smith Morra by GM Moulthun Ly  - 11 Chapter Study  (In-depth - 294 hearts)

Learn Chess Openings Deeply - Smith Morra -  29 Chapters (Super In-Depth) (149 hearts)

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Annotated Games

Kolenbet - Schipkov, B. [B21] - Annotated by B. Schipkov

Smith-Morra Gambit Games List- Here are also 40+ games that are all Smith-Morra Gambits played by greats such as Fischer and Tal. (Viewable Online)

Chessgames.com

Sicilian, 2.f4 and 2.d4 (B21)  - 23 Annotated games  

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Smith-Morra Video Lessons

The Smith-Morra Gambit Lecture by GM Ben Finegold - 45 Min - GM Ben Finegold discusses the Smith-Morra Gambit and how it is rarely seen at the Grandmaster level, it remains a strong opening for white against the Sicilian Defense. W/ a lesson and Analysis of 3 High level Master Games.

Smith-Morra Gambit -¸Sicilian Defense Theory - 19 Min

The Ultimate Guide To The Smith Morra Gambit - 54 Min Anna Crammling

How to Win Quickly with the Smith-Morra Gambit! - GM Denes Boros - 21 Min

An Anti-Sicilian in 15 Minutes | Smith-Morra Gambit Crash Course Part 1 - 15 min

Smith–Morra Gambit | Interesting Ideas & Plans - 19 Min - In this video lesson, the RCA guest coach IM Mat Kolosowski talks about one of the most popular chess openings, the Smith–Morra Gambit (also called as the Morra Gambit) from the Sicilian Defence.

GM Moulthun Le

• Secrets of the Smith Morra Gambit | -  51 Min GM Moulthun - It's one of my favourite gambits against the Sicilian Defence and here I will share with you my complete repertoire!
• Smith Morra Main Line Update | GM Moulthun Ly - 15 Min - I will go through an update on a popular line played in the Smith-Morra Gambit which I didn't get to cover in the main one.

Smith-Morra Traps

A Deadly Chess Trap in The Smith Morra Gambit!! - 7 Min - IM Miodrag Pernuvic

8 Deadly Smith Morra Gambit Traps - 6 Min

Smith-Morra Gambit, Sicilian Defense Theory, Traps - 21 Min - GM Igor Smirnov - You'll learn the common setup for White, typical ideas, and some interesting traps. GM Smirnov will also show you an interesting trap that Black can use against White, which ends the game in just a few moves.

Dealing w/ Anti- Sicilians

• Dealing with Anti-Sicilians #1 and deconstructing the Morra - Understanding Your Openings #1 - 30 Mins  (The Why's of Openings) IM Andreas Toth - we look at how to deal with Anti-Sicilians, specifically the 2. b4 gambit lines, as well as take a closer look at the Morra gambit.
  
  
• How to Beat The Smith-Morra Gambit!! - 16 Min IM Miodrag Perunovic - detailed explanation of strategies and moves that black can employ to gain an advantage against Smith-Morra Gambit players.
  
  
• How to crush the Smith-Morra Gambit? Traps and Tricks - 18 Min
• Dirty Chess Tricks 40 (Munching the Morra Gambit) - 18 Min 

 

Smith-Morra Game Videos w/Analysis

Playlists

• Sicilian Defence: Smith-Morra Gambit - 220 Video Playlist - Kingcrusher -  From Famous Games , to blitz Games and all in-between .
• Naroditsky - Sicilian - Smith Mora - 16 Video Playlist - GM Naroditsky (Treasure Trove of Games w/ great analysis and instruction.)

Analyze this Smith-Morra Game! - GM Yasser Seirawan - 36 Min - St.Louis CC - Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan reviews a 1700 rated game in the classroom. Some say that the Smith-Morra has been refuted, but it's still fun to play in the Club. Watch this game and find out why.

Sicilian Defence, Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted - 45 Min - Chess network

Battling the Smith Morra Gambit | Classical Chess - 38 Min IM Rosen

Drop The Hammer |  (Smith-Morra Gambit) - IM John Bartholomew

Smith Morra Gambit Great Prep | Mosadeghpour vs Alekseenko - 13 Min GM Moulthun

Smith Morra Gambits Only - 34 Min GM Nakamura

Mikhail Tal crushes Sicilian Defence with Smith-Morra - 11 Min - Kingscrusher

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PGN Game Downloads

Smith-Morra Games PGN - 2150 games (U of Pitt Archive)