1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. e3 O-O 5. Bd3 d5
Chess openings · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation · E48
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Classical Defense
2,327 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. e3 O-O 5. Bd3 d5. White wins 49%, draws 5%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 27 | – |
| 1200–1599 | 273 | 52%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 840 | 47%49% |
| 2000 and up | 1,187 | 50%43% |
| All ratings | 2,327 | 49%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 515 | 53%43% |
| Blitz | 1,539 | 48%46% |
| Rapid | 261 | 48%48% |
| Classical | 12 | – |