Bogo-Indian Defense: Vitolins Variation
ECO E11 · Bogo-Indian Defense
The Bogo-Indian Defense: Vitolins Variation (E11) is a chess opening in the Bogo-Indian Defense family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nf3 Bb4+ 4. Bd2 c5.
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nf3 Bb4+ 4. Bd2 c5
About this opening
The Vitolins Variation (4.Bd2 c5) strikes the center at once with ...c5 to open the game and contest White's space advantage. Black seeks a dynamic struggle, often via ...cxd4 and active piece play. The idea contrasts with the quieter Bogo-Indian lines by favoring immediate central initiative. It is a combative option to unbalance the game early.