English: Mikenas, French Variation

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Opening Overview: English: Mikenas, French Variation

By playing d5, the player enters the English: Mikenas, French Variation, a setup within the English Opening complex. Departing from the common English (d6), this line chooses d5. It succeeds by accepting a riskier evaluation to avoid heavy theory. This move directly controls e4 and c4.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Locked Center, Fianchetto

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks. Data analysis shows a 29% win rate for White, indicating Black chances.

Stockfish Analysis of English: Mikenas, French Variation:
-0.74 Slight Advantage (Black)
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Technical Details for English: Mikenas, French Variation

  • ECO Code: A18
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 29% / B: 44%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: None
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