English: King's, 2.g3 Nf6 3.Bg2 Bc5

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Opening Overview: English: King's, 2.g3 Nf6 3.Bg2 Bc5

By playing Bc5, the player enters the English: King's, 2.g3 Nf6 3.Bg2 Bc5, a setup within the English Opening complex. While c6 is the main choice, Bc5 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move activates the Bishop.

Key Plans

  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 43% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Stockfish Analysis of English: King's, 2.g3 Nf6 3.Bg2 Bc5:
+0.94 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for English: King's, 2.g3 Nf6 3.Bg2 Bc5

  • ECO Code: A20
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 43% / B: 25%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: None
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