King's Indian: 3.Nf3

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Opening Overview: King's Indian: 3.Nf3

The King's Indian: 3.Nf3 (E60) is a distinct King's Indian Defense variation, defined by the move Nf3. Historically played by Hikaru Nakamura, this system highlights kingside pawn storms and hypermodern dynamism.

Strategic Context: Deviating from the common King's Indian (Bg5), this line chooses Nf3. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls e5 and d4. Plans should focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure and develop rapidly.

Next Steps: From here, play typically proceeds with Bg7 or d6, leading into the King's Indian.

Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest equality (Eval: +0.15), with decisive results likely.

Also known as: King's Indian Defense, Normal Variation, King's Knight Variation, KID, King's Knight Variation, KID

Stockfish Analysis of King's Indian: 3.Nf3:
+0.15 Balanced
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Technical Details for King's Indian: 3.Nf3

  • ECO Code: E60
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 41% / B: 38%
  • Moves: 8
  • Aliases: King's Indian Defense, Normal Variation, King's Knight Variation, KID, King's Knight Variation, KID
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