1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. e3 O-O
Chess openings · Nimzo-Indian Defense · E46
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation
18,257 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. e3 O-O. White wins 51%, draws 5%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 511 | 52%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,119 | 53%44% |
| 1600–1999 | 7,149 | 50%45% |
| 2000 and up | 7,478 | 50%44% |
| All ratings | 18,257 | 51%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 5,239 | 54%43% |
| Blitz | 10,911 | 49%45% |
| Rapid | 2,025 | 50%45% |
| Classical | 82 | 60%33% |