Old Indian Defence

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Opening Overview: Old Indian Defence

Transposition: This position is structurally identical to the Old Indian Defense.

By playing Nf6, the player enters the Old Indian Defence, a system within the Old Indian Defence complex. Diverging from the popular Neo-Old Indian (g6), this line chooses Nf6. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move exerts pressure on e4 and d5.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 42% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Stockfish Analysis of Old Indian Defence:
+0.67 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Old Indian Defence

  • ECO Code: A53
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 42% / B: 28%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: None
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