1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2
Chess openings · Nimzo-Indian Defense · E32
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation
33,660 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2. White wins 50%, draws 5%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 262 | 54%45% |
| 1200–1599 | 2,678 | 51%45% |
| 1600–1999 | 12,683 | 51%45% |
| 2000 and up | 18,037 | 49%44% |
| All ratings | 33,660 | 50%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 7,379 | 52%44% |
| Blitz | 21,487 | 50%45% |
| Rapid | 4,521 | 49%44% |
| Classical | 273 | 46%45% |