Nimzo-Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Accelerated

A solid and flexible chess opening for Black, the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Accelerated, aims to control the center and create imbalances in pawn structure.

1. d4 2. Nf6 3. c4 4. e6 5. Nc3 6. Bb4 7. a3 8. Bxc3+ 9. bxc3

The Nimzo-Indian Defense is a popular and well-respected opening that arises after the initial moves. The Sämisch Variation, Accelerated, is a specific line within the Nimzo-Indian Defense, characterized by forcing Black to give up the dark-squared bishop early in the game, which can lead to doubled pawns on the c-file for White.

This variation is named after the German Grandmaster Friedrich Sämisch, who contributed significantly to the development of this line. The Accelerated Sämisch Variation is a more aggressive approach compared to the standard Sämisch Variation, as White aims to quickly gain central control and space advantage.

Black's main idea in this opening is to exploit the weaknesses in White's pawn structure, particularly the doubled c-pawns, while maintaining a solid position. Black can choose between various plans, such as targeting the weak c4-pawn, playing for a quick d5-break, or focusing on piece play and counterattacks.

The Accelerated Sämisch Variation can lead to rich and complex middlegames, with chances for both sides. It is a flexible and dynamic choice for players who enjoy imbalanced positions and are comfortable with the strategic nuances of the Nimzo-Indian Defense.

Frequency: 32.5 %Stockfish score: -0.3, depth 45
Games Statistics:
White/Draws/Black
43.8%
5.9%
50.3%
Bookmoves score:
RateWhiteBlack
0...180054.559.6
1800...200053.759.9
2000...220055.359.1
2200...250054.752.7
2500...54.250.9

Variations:

Nimzo-Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation

A solid and flexible chess opening, the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation leads to rich middlegame positions with chances for both sides.

Frequency: 25.7 %

Nimzo-Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation

A solid and flexible chess opening for Black, the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation aims to control the center and create imbalances in pawn structure.

Frequency: 2.6 %