Adrian Mikhalchishin

Counter the Nimzo-Indian Defence with Kramnik’s Winning Strategy

Opening
The Nimzo-Indian Defence is one of the most solid and reliable responses to 1.d4, challenging even the strongest White setups. Though White has several intriguing options, none guarantee an advantage. Former World Champion Vladimir Kramnik discovered a unique way to combat the Nimzo-Indian through an alternative move order: 1.Nf3 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nc3 Bb4 4.g3/Qb3. By blending the English and Catalan setups, Kramnik achieved remarkable success. If you're ready to embrace positions with doubled pawns on c3, this approach offers a powerful and promising addition to your opening repertoire. Let Adrian Mikhalchishin, an expert in this line, guide you through the key ideas and variations—drawing on his own games and insights. Unlock this surprise weapon against the Nimzo-Indian Defence and elevate your game today!