1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 c5
Chess openings · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation · E38
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation
7,985 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 c5. White wins 49%, draws 5%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 17 | – |
| 1200–1599 | 367 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 2,952 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 4,649 | 48%45% |
| All ratings | 7,985 | 49%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,801 | 50%46% |
| Blitz | 5,222 | 49%45% |
| Rapid | 893 | 46%47% |
| Classical | 69 | 42%16%42% |