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.
Opening Name: Reti: King's Indian Attack (KIA)
Moves: 1. Nf3 d5 2. g3 g6 3. Bg2
FEN: rnbqkbnr/ppp1pp1p/6p1/3p4/8/5NP1/PPPPPPBP/RNBQK2R b KQkq - 1 3
The Reti: King's Indian Attack is characterized by White's flexible, hypermodern setup. Instead of occupying the center immediately with pawns, White focuses on controlling it from a distance with pieces, especially the fianchettoed bishop on g2.
From White's perspective, this opening is primarily positional and strategic, aiming for a solid and flexible stance rather than immediate direct attacks. It can lead to both attacking and defensive plans depending on Black’s responses, but White often prepares for a slow buildup and central or kingside breakthroughs later in the game.
The opening does not directly challenge the center with pawns early on but exerts pressure on it from a distance. White’s setup supports a potential advance in the center or on the kingside, depending on how the game develops.
You can also discover how top players used Reti: KIA to leverage key strategies to secure victories in these classic matchups.