Chess Opening

Old Indian Defense

10 analyzed games in the Old Indian Defense, each with engine evaluations that pinpoint the critical moments and best moves.

10 games 9 variations Most played: Old Indian Defense Czech Variation 4.e4

Results in 10 games

White wins 90% Draws 0% Black wins 10%

Main variations

Old Indian Defense Czech Variation 4.e4 2 Old Indian Defense Ukrainian Variation 1 Old Indian Defense Ukrainian Two Knights Variation 4...e4 5.Ng5 Qe7 6.Qc2 1 Old Indian Defense Duz Khotimirsky Variation 4.Nf3 g6 5.Bg5 Bg7 6.e3 1 Old Indian Defense Czech Variation 4.Nf3 Bg4 5.e4 Nbd7 6.Be2 1 Old Indian Defense Czech Variation 4.Nf3 Bf5 1 Old Indian Defense Czech Variation 4.Nf3 1 Old Indian Defense Czech Variation 1

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