English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Grünfeld Formation

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Opening Overview: English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Grünfeld Formation

Transposition: This position is structurally identical to the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Gruenfeld Formation.

By playing d5, the player enters the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Grünfeld Formation, a system within the English Opening complex. This line follows the main path of the English Opening. This move exerts pressure on e4 and c4.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Data analysis shows a 31% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: English Opening, Anglo-Indian Defense

Stockfish Analysis of English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Grünfeld Formation:
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Technical Details for English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Grünfeld Formation

  • ECO Code: A15
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 31% / B: 31%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: English Opening, Anglo-Indian Defense
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