Indian: 2.Bf4

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Opening Overview: Indian: 2.Bf4

By playing Bf4, the player enters the Indian: 2.Bf4, a system within the Indian complex. Instead of the usual f4, the player opts for Bf4. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move controls key diagonals.

Critical Concepts

  • Emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly.
  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly. Data analysis shows a 30% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Indian: 2.Bf4:
-0.06 Balanced
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Technical Details for Indian: 2.Bf4

  • ECO Code: A45
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 30% / B: 31%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: None
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