Neo-Old Indian: 2.Nf3

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Opening Overview: Neo-Old Indian: 2.Nf3

By playing Nf3, the player enters the Neo-Old Indian: 2.Nf3, a system within the Neo-Old Indian complex. Deviating from the common Neo-Old Indian (Bg5), this line chooses Nf3. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move exerts pressure on e5 and d4.

Critical Concepts

  • Emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly.
  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

From here, play often proceeds with g6 or Bg4, leading into the Neo-Old Indian / Modern. Data analysis shows a 38% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Neo-Old Indian: 2.Nf3:
+0.20 Balanced
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Technical Details for Neo-Old Indian: 2.Nf3

  • ECO Code: A41
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 34%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: None
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