(1) English Opening Anglo-Indian [A17]



1.Nf3 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nc3 Bb4

The Nimzo variation of the Anglo-Indian seeks to transpose into a Nimzo-Indian if White should venture an early d4, but in recent years it has taken on a life of its own and is seen frequently at the highest level of competition. The main difference between this line and a full Nimzo-Indian is that with an early ....e5 Black can slow down White's occupation of the center.