Indian Defense: West Indian Defense

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Opening Overview: Indian Defense: West Indian Defense

"Instead of the standard g5, the player opts for g6. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move prepares to fianchetto the bishop."

The move g6 signals the Indian Defense: West Indian Defense, steering the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: Going forward, the critical task is to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 38%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +0.06.

Also known as: King's Indian, Indian Game: West Indian Defense, Indian Game, Kingside Fianchetto

Stockfish Analysis of Indian Defense: West Indian Defense:
+0.06 Balanced
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Technical Details for Indian Defense: West Indian Defense

  • ECO Code: E60
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 32% / B: 31%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: King's Indian, Indian Game: West Indian Defense, Indian Game, Kingside Fianchetto, King's Indian Defense; West Indian Defense; D70, King's Indian defence, King's Indian Defense; West Indian Defense; D70
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