English: Mikenas, Nei Gambit

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Opening Overview: English: Mikenas, Nei Gambit

By playing d4, the player enters the English: Mikenas, Nei Gambit, a setup within the English Opening complex. While Nf3 is the main choice, d4 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move directly controls e5 and c5. However engines consider this ambitious, often preferring safer alternatives.

Key Plans

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

As the position develops, the priority becomes to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Data analysis shows a 44% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Stockfish Analysis of English: Mikenas, Nei Gambit:
+0.88 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for English: Mikenas, Nei Gambit

  • ECO Code: A19
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 44% / B: 26%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: None
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