King's Indian: 4.Nf3 O-O 5.g3

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Opening Overview: King's Indian: 4.Nf3 O-O 5.g3

By playing g3, the player enters the King's Indian: 4.Nf3 O-O 5.g3, a system within the King's Indian Defense complex. Instead of the usual Bf4, the player opts for g3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move prepares to fianchetto the bishop.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 32% win rate for White, indicating Black chances.

Stockfish Analysis of King's Indian: 4.Nf3 O-O 5.g3:
-0.65 Slight Advantage (Black)
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Technical Details for King's Indian: 4.Nf3 O-O 5.g3

  • ECO Code: E61
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 32% / B: 45%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: None
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