English: Anglo-Indian, 2.Nc3 c6

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Opening Overview: English: Anglo-Indian, 2.Nc3 c6

By playing c6, the player enters the English: Anglo-Indian, 2.Nc3 c6, a setup within the English Opening complex. Deviating from the common English Opening (d5), this line chooses c6. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move prepares the d5 push.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

Going forward, the critical task is to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly. Data analysis shows a 38% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of English: Anglo-Indian, 2.Nc3 c6:
+0.32 Balanced
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Technical Details for English: Anglo-Indian, 2.Nc3 c6

  • ECO Code: A16
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 32%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: None
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