ECO E11 Play as Black

Bogo-Indian Defense

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About the Bogo-Indian Defense

A solid alternative to the Nimzo when White plays Nf3 instead of Nc3.

Move by move

  1. Controls the center.
  2. Develops.
  3. Claims space.
  4. Prepares d5.
  5. White avoids Nc3.
  6. The Bogo-Indian! Checks and disrupts development.