By playing Bb4+, the player enters the Kangaroo Defense, a system within the Kangaroo Defense complex. Instead of the standard e5, the player opts for Bb4+. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move controls key diagonals. Note that engines consider this speculative, often preferring safer alternatives.
Going forward, the critical task is to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Data analysis shows a 40% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.
Also known as: Queen's Pawn: Keres Defence, Kangaroo Defense, General, Keres Defense, Indian; Kangaroo Defense
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