Tree path 3 levels Nimzo-Indian Defense › Classical Variation › Keres Defense
- Chess Codex
- Nimzo-Indian Defense E20
- Classical Variation E32
- Keres Defense E32 you are here
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Keres Defense
Overview
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Keres Defense is a specific line in the Indian Defenses family (ECO E32), 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.
The line arises from 12 plies — specifically the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 O-O 5. a3 Bxc3+ 6. Qxc3 b6.
The line refines Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, which traces back to the root opening Nimzo-Indian Defense.
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- ECO code
- E32
- Group
- Indian Defenses (E)
- Plies
- 12
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Statistics from Lichess
51,153 games · White 45.8% / Draw 7.9% / Black 46.3%
| Moves | Games | W / D / B |
|---|---|---|
| Bg5 | 23,494 | |
| Nf3 | 14,737 | |
| f3 | 8,637 | |
| e3 | 1,548 | |
| b4 | 508 | |
| Bf4 | 479 | |
| g3 | 445 | |
| Qc2 | 437 |
Source: Lichess Opening Explorer · cached 2026-09-26 02:44:08
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