1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4
Chess openings · E20
Nimzo-Indian Defense
210,524 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4. White wins 49%, draws 5%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 4,945 | 51%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 31,837 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 89,272 | 49%46% |
| 2000 and up | 84,470 | 49%45% |
| All ratings | 210,524 | 49%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 60,873 | 51%46% |
| Blitz | 121,579 | 49%46% |
| Rapid | 26,855 | 48%47% |
| Classical | 1,217 | 45%48% |