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A54

Old Indian Defense: Two Knights Variation

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Overview

Old Indian Defense: Two Knights Variation is a specific line in the Flank Openings family (ECO A54), arising from a recognised theoretical position.

The Flank Openings group covers flank openings — systems that delay the central pawn break and instead develop pieces and pawns on the wings.

The line arises from 7 plies — specifically the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 d6 3. Nc3 e5 4. Nf3.

The line refines Old Indian Defense: Ukrainian Variation, which traces back to the root opening Queen's Pawn Game.

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ECO code
A54
Group
Flank Openings (A)
Plies
7
Parent
Old Indian Defense: Ukrainian Variation

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