King's Indian Defense

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Opening Overview: King's Indian Defense

The King's Indian Defense (E61) is a notable King's Indian Defense variation, marked by the move Nc3. Traditionally favored by Hikaru Nakamura, this system emphasizes kingside pawn storms and hypermodern dynamism.

Strategic Context: Departing from the popular King's Indian (Bg5), this line chooses Nc3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move exerts pressure on e4 and d5. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.

Next Steps: From here, play often proceeds with Bg7 or c5, leading into the King's Indian.

Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest White advantage (Eval: +0.64), with decisive results likely.

Also known as: King's Indian: 3.Nc3, King's Indian Defense: 3. Nc3, E61

Stockfish Analysis of King's Indian Defense:
+0.64 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for King's Indian Defense

  • ECO Code: E61
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 46% / B: 33%
  • Moves: 8
  • Aliases: King's Indian: 3.Nc3, King's Indian Defense: 3. Nc3, E61, King's Indian defence, 3.Nc3
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