The story behind Cyrus Lakdawala's is one of a "conversion" to an opening that initially terrified him. Known for his witty, personal, and conversational writing style, Lakdawala’s book on the Sveshnikov is not just a technical guide but a chronicle of how he overcame his own cautious nature. The Story of "Instant Faith"
: To their shock, Lakdawala won easily against the GM. He realized that the Sveshnikov was a Sicilian that even an "initiative-challenged" player like himself could comprehend because it forced him into bold action. About the Book Cyrus Lakdawala Opening Repertoire The Sveshn...
His relationship with the Sveshnikov changed during a random online blitz session at his home: The story behind Cyrus Lakdawala's is one of