1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. a3
Chess openings · Nimzo-Indian Defense · E24
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation
18,743 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. a3. White wins 48%, draws 4%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 577 | 50%48% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,736 | 50%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 7,596 | 47%49% |
| 2000 and up | 6,834 | 50%45% |
| All ratings | 18,743 | 48%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 4,272 | 50%48% |
| Blitz | 11,386 | 49%46% |
| Rapid | 2,945 | 45%50% |
| Classical | 140 | 41%55% |