English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Hedgehog System

ECO A17

Move order

1. c4 Nf6 2. Nc3 e6

English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Hedgehog System (A17)abcdefgh12345678

Ideas

ECO A covers irregular and flank openings—systems that skip the main e4/d4 fight early. White controls d5 without committing the d-pawn—the English family. The variation is defined by a short, recognizable move order. Use the diagram and SAN list to recognize the tabiya, then try the line against Maia to explore typical plans in practice.

Play this opening against Maia