Owen Defence: 2.d4 Bb7

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Opening Overview: Owen Defence: 2.d4 Bb7

By playing Bb7, the player enters the Owen Defence: 2.d4 Bb7, a setup within the Owen Defence complex. Diverging from the common Owen Defense (Ba6), this line chooses Bb7. It succeeds by accepting a riskier evaluation to avoid heavy theory. This move activates the Bishop.

Key Plans

  • Control the center.

The position remains fluid, requiring accurate calculation. Data analysis shows a 31% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Owen Defence: 2.d4 Bb7:
-0.50 Slight Advantage (Black)
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Technical Details for Owen Defence: 2.d4 Bb7

  • ECO Code: B00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 31% / B: 41%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: None
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