Indian Defense: Knights Variation, Alburt-Miles Variation

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Opening Overview: Indian Defense: Knights Variation, Alburt-Miles Variation

"Instead of the standard Ne4, the player opts for a6. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move grabs space."

The move a6 signals the Indian Defense: Knights Variation, Alburt-Miles Variation, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly. 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..

Structure: The board features a Open Center. With a draw rate of 36%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +0.63.

Also known as: Indian Game: Knights Variation, Alburt-Miles Variation, Indian Game, Knights Variation

Stockfish Analysis of Indian Defense: Knights Variation, Alburt-Miles Variation:
+0.63 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Indian Defense: Knights Variation, Alburt-Miles Variation

  • ECO Code: A46
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 26%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: Indian Game: Knights Variation, Alburt-Miles Variation, Indian Game, Knights Variation
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