English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense

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Opening Overview: English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense

The English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense (A15) is a distinct English Opening variation, defined by the move Nf6. Historically played by Howard Staunton, this system highlights flank control and flexibility.

Strategic Context: Diverging from the popular English Opening (f5), this line chooses Nf6. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls e4 and d5. Plans should focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..

Next Steps: The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly.

Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest White advantage (Eval: +0.53), with a high probability of a draw.

Also known as: English: Anglo-Indian, Anglo System, English; A15, English, 1...Nf6 (Anglo-Indian defense)

Stockfish Analysis of English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense:
+0.53 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense

  • ECO Code: A15
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 37% / B: 26%
  • Moves: 3
  • Aliases: English: Anglo-Indian, Anglo System, English; A15, English, 1...Nf6 (Anglo-Indian defense), Anglo System, English; A15
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