ECO code: E91
Opening Name: King's Indian Defense: 6.Be2 c6
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 Bg7 4. e4 d6 5. Nf3 O-O 6. Be2 c6
Description: The move 6...c6 in the King's Indian Defense aims to support the central d5 push and prepare for flexible pawn breaks. By reinforcing the center with c6, Black stabilizes the d5-square, preventing White's e4-d4 center from expanding too comfortably. This move is characteristic of a more solid and positional approach within the King's Indian, often leading to a slower buildup rather than immediate tactical skirmishes.
Characteristic of this move: It is a preparatory and consolidating move that supports a potential ...d5 advance, challenging White's center indirectly and maintaining central tension.
Attacking or Defensive: From Black's perspective, 6...c6 is mainly a defensive and preparatory move, aiming to solidify the center before launching counterplay. White remains in a generally attacking stance due to their strong central presence and development advantage.
Center Control: Yes, this opening variation focuses on contesting the center. White claims strong central space with pawns on d4 and e4, while Black uses moves like ...c6 and ...d6 to challenge and undermine White's center later in the game.
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.
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