ECO code: A08
Opening Name: Reti: King's Indian Attack setup, 2...c5, 3.Bg2 Nc6 4.O-O e6 5.d3 Nf6
Moves: 1. Nf3 d5 2. g3 c5 3. Bg2 Nc6 4. O-O e6 5. d3 Nf6
This line arises from the Reti Opening with a King's Indian Attack (KIA) setup by White, characterized by the fianchettoed bishop on g2 and a flexible pawn structure. White aims for a solid but dynamic position, delaying direct central occupation in favor of piece development and control over key central squares from a distance.
Characteristic: This move order reflects a flexible and hypermodern approach where White allows Black to occupy the center early with pawns while planning to undermine and challenge it later with piece pressure and timely pawn breaks.
Playing Style: As White, this setup is primarily positional and flexible, focusing on controlling the center indirectly rather than launching an immediate direct assault. Black’s setup with ...c5 and ...e6 signals a standard central presence and development. Both sides are preparing for central tension but no outright attack occurs at this stage.
Center Control: White does not immediately occupy the center with pawns but exerts influence over it through the fianchettoed bishop and knight. Black stakes a claim in the center with pawns on d5 and c5. The battle for central control will likely intensify in the middlegame as both sides seek breakthroughs.
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.
Practice puzzles and train your tactics with real positions from games that used the Reti: KIA, 2...c5, 3.Bg2 Nc6 4.O-O e6 5.d3 Nf6, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 2 - Move #16 white