ECO code: E90
King's Indian Defense: 5.Nf3 O-O 6.Bd3
This line arises after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 Bg7 4. e4 d6 5. Nf3 O-O 6. Bd3. White develops naturally and places the bishop on d3, aiming to support the strong central pawn on e4 and prepare for potential kingside attacks.
Characteristic of the move 6.Bd3: This move solidifies White’s control over the center, particularly the e4-pawn, and prepares for a flexible kingside setup. It also eyes the h7-square indirectly, laying the groundwork for future attacking ideas.
Attacking or Defensive: For White, this setup is primarily attacking, as White plans to expand in the center and often launch a kingside offensive. Black’s position is more defensive initially, aiming to counterattack later, typically on the queenside or center.
Center Control: Yes, this opening clearly emphasizes central control. White’s pawn on e4 supported by Nf3 and Bd3 establishes a strong central presence, which is a hallmark of the King's Indian Defense’s main line battles.
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 King's Indian: 5.Nf3 O-O 6.Bd3, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 6 - Move #8 black