King's Indian Defense: Kramer Variation

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Opening Overview: King's Indian Defense: Kramer Variation

"While Bg5 is the main choice, Nge2 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by accepting a riskier evaluation to avoid heavy theory. This move fights for central squares."

The move Nge2 signals the King's Indian Defense: Kramer Variation, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: From here, play typically proceeds with O-O, leading into the King's Indian. Plans should focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..

Structure: The board features a Locked Center. With a draw rate of 26%, the position is sharp. Engines evaluate it at +0.38.

Also known as: King's Indian: Kramer, King's Indian: Kramer system

Stockfish Analysis of King's Indian Defense: Kramer Variation:
+0.38 Balanced
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Technical Details for King's Indian Defense: Kramer Variation

  • ECO Code: E70
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 41% / B: 33%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: King's Indian: Kramer, King's Indian: Kramer system
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