Benoni Defense: Classical Variation
ECO A72 · Benoni Defense · tactical · advanced
The Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (A72) is a tactical chess opening in the Benoni Defense family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 e6 4. Nc3 exd5 5. cxd5 d6 6. e4 g6 7. Nf3 Bg7 8. Be2 O-O. The main tabiya. Kingside vs queenside race. Recommended for advanced players.
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 e6 4. Nc3 exd5 5. cxd5 d6 6. e4 g6 7. Nf3 Bg7 8. Be2 O-O