King's Indian: 4.Bg5 O-O

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Opening Overview: King's Indian: 4.Bg5 O-O

The King's Indian: 4.Bg5 O-O (E61) is a notable King's Indian Defense variation, marked by the move O-O. Traditionally favored by Hikaru Nakamura, this system emphasizes kingside pawn storms and hypermodern dynamism.

Strategic Context: This line follows the main path of the King's Indian Defense. This move tucks the King away. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.

Next Steps: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.

Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest White advantage (Eval: +0.72), with decisive results likely.

Stockfish Analysis of King's Indian: 4.Bg5 O-O:
+0.72 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for King's Indian: 4.Bg5 O-O

  • ECO Code: E61
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 43% / B: 29%
  • Moves: 12
  • Aliases: None
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