King's Indian Defense: Santasiere Variation

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Opening Overview: King's Indian Defense: Santasiere Variation

The King's Indian Defense: Santasiere Variation (E60) is a distinct King's Indian Defense variation, defined by the move b4. Historically played by Hikaru Nakamura, this system highlights kingside pawn storms and hypermodern dynamism.

Strategic Context: Deviating from the popular King's Indian (g3), this line chooses b4. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move grabs space. Plans should focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..

Next Steps: The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion.

Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest equality (Eval: -0.23), with decisive results likely.

Also known as: Santassiere Variation, KID, Santassiere Variation, KID

Stockfish Analysis of King's Indian Defense: Santasiere Variation:
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Technical Details for King's Indian Defense: Santasiere Variation

  • ECO Code: E60
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 36% / B: 41%
  • Moves: 11
  • Aliases: Santassiere Variation, KID, Santassiere Variation, KID
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