This opening is defined by the position shown on the board below. The moves displayed are a typical sequence that leads to it, but different sequences can reach the same position and still carry the same opening name.
Reti Opening: King's Indian Attack (KIA)
The moves 1. Nf3 Nf6 2. g3 characterize the Reti: KIA setup. White fianchettoes the kingside bishop early with 2. g3, preparing to control the long diagonal and support a flexible, hypermodern approach.
Characteristic: This setup focuses on controlling the center indirectly rather than occupying it immediately with pawns. The fianchettoed bishop on g2 exerts pressure on the central and queenside squares, allowing White to build a strong positional foundation.
Attacking or Defensive: As White, this opening is generally considered flexible and strategic rather than outright attacking or purely defensive. It allows White to react to Black's setup, often preparing for a slow buildup or a central break later on. Black's position is solid but requires careful development to avoid passive play.
Center Control: The Reti: KIA does not attack the center directly with pawns on the first moves but aims to control it from a distance with pieces, especially the bishop on g2 and knights. This hypermodern approach often leads to contests over central squares rather than immediate occupation.
Practice puzzles and train your tactics with real positions from games that used the Reti: KIA, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 32 - Move #6 white
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