1. d4 Nf6 2. c4
Chess openings · Indian Defense · A50
Indian Defense: Normal Variation
85,831 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4. White wins 51%, draws 4%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 4,363 | 51%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 18,374 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 40,407 | 51%45% |
| 2000 and up | 22,687 | 50%45% |
| All ratings | 85,831 | 51%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 30,217 | 51%46% |
| Blitz | 42,858 | 51%45% |
| Rapid | 12,202 | 49%46% |
| Classical | 554 | 48%45% |