English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Zvjaginsev-Krasenkow Attack

ECO A17

Move order

1. c4 e6 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. Nf3 Bb4 4. g4

English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Zvjaginsev-Krasenkow Attack (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. This entry tracks a longer branch in the opening tree. 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