Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3

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Opening Overview: Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3

By playing Nc3, the player enters the Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3, a system within the Nimzowitsch Defence complex. Departing from the popular Nimzowitsch Defense (Nf3), 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.

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 Nf6 or e6, leading into the Nimzowitsch Defence. Data analysis shows a 30% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3:
-0.44 Slight Advantage (Black)
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Technical Details for Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3

  • ECO Code: B00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 30% / B: 39%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: None
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