1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 d5
Chess openings · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation · E34
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Noa Variation
6,940 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 d5. White wins 51%, draws 5%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 106 | 54%45% |
| 1200–1599 | 884 | 50%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 2,769 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 3,181 | 52%42% |
| All ratings | 6,940 | 51%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,344 | 54%42% |
| Blitz | 4,346 | 50%45% |
| Rapid | 1,190 | 51%43% |
| Classical | 60 | 57%43% |