Tree path 3 levels Nimzo-Indian Defense › Classical Variation › Berlin Variation
- Caissa Codex
- Nimzo-Indian Defense E20
- Classical Variation E32
- Berlin Variation E38 you are here
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation
Overview
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation is a specific line in the Indian Defenses family (ECO E38), arising from a recognised theoretical position.
The Indian Defenses group covers Indian defences — hypermodern lines where Black challenges the centre with pieces rather than pawns.
It is reached after 12 plies of play, with the move sequence 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 O-O 5. e3 d5 6. Nf3 c5.
The line refines Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, which traces back to the root opening Nimzo-Indian Defense.
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- ECO code
- E38
- Group
- Indian Defenses (E)
- Plies
- 12
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Statistics from Lichess
94,625 games · White 46.5% / Draw 6.0% / Black 47.5%
| Moves | Games | W / D / B |
|---|---|---|
| a3 | 28,260 | |
| cxd5 | 19,685 | |
| Bd3 | 16,869 | |
| dxc5 | 13,765 | |
| Be2 | 8,784 | |
| Bd2 | 6,280 | |
| b3 | 427 | |
| h3 | 112 |
Source: Lichess Opening Explorer · cached 2026-09-26 02:44:23
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