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Friday, May 1, 2009

Kings Indian Attack ( A07 - A08) - Opening Theory

Unleash Your Inner Attacker:
 King's Indian Attack 


Dominate the Chessboard: Carve out a powerful position and launch a dynamic attack on your opponent's king with the King's Indian Attack.

Flexible Opening: The KIA isn't a rigid sequence of moves, but a strategic approach that adapts to your opponent's choices. Great for both aggressive and positional players.

Free Resources: Learn the KIA for free with articles, video lectures, chess puzzles, and even downloadable games! Websites like Chess.com, Lichess, Chessable, and YouTube are great places to start.

General Opening Knowledge and History.

Books and Courses (Free)

This section arms you with valuable books and free online courses to jumpstart your King's Indian Attack journey.


Kings Indian Attack Chess Articles

This section curates insightful articles and analyses to illuminate the strategic nuances and tactical possibilities within the King's Indian Attack (KIA).

Kings Indian Attack - Simplify Chess Page  - This comprehensive guide details how to reach and play the KIA against common responses like the French, Sicilian, and Caro-Kann Defenses. It unpacks the strategic rationale behind each move, giving you a solid understanding of the KIA's core concepts.

The King’s Indian Attack – How to Play It as White and Black  - Nice Chessable Blog Opening Guide - (Beginner Guide ) This Chessable blog post serves as a beginner-friendly guide to the KIA, explaining the opening's core principles for both White and Black.

Chess Opening Basics: The King’s Indian Attack  - Chessable blog Article (Nice) - Another Chessable blog offering, this article delves into the basic ideas of the KIA, making it a great starting point for those new to the opening.

The Kings Indian Attack - Complete Guide  -  ichess.net This extensive guide from ichess.net offers a deep dive into the KIA, featuring illustrative games and embedded video lectures (total duration: 1.5 hours).  (Archived Article)

How to Play the King’s Indian Attack   - Pretty Nice (In-depth Guide) Chessfox.com -Chessfox.com provides what's likely the most in-depth guide on this list, offering a detailed exploration of the KIA's various aspects.

Beating The Kings Indian Attack with the French  - This resource provides valuable insights from Black's perspective, featuring an article and video by GM Fabian Libiszewski on how to combat the KIA with the French Defense.

The Kings Indian Attack  - This entry offers notes from a lecture by FM Steve Stoyko, featuring analysis of 9 annotated games that showcase the KIA in action.

GAMES DATABASES

This section highlights valuable game databases where you can delve into thousands of KIA games played by masters and enthusiasts.

365Chess.com

A07: Reti, King's Indian attack (Barcza system) 1. Nf3 d5 2. g3  - 34,386 Games

A08: Reti, King's Indian attack 1. Nf3 d5 2. g3 c5 3. Bg2  - 3833 Games

ChessTempo.com

King's Indian Attack, General (A07) -  33,789 Games
King's Indian Attack, Sicilian Variation (A08) -4337 Games

Chessgames.com (Collections)

King's Indian Attack (A07-A08)   - 67 Annotated Games
The King's Indian Attack - 32 Games  
King's Indian Attack Compilation - 56 Games 

KIA LiChess Studies

This section delves into the world of Lichess studies, a fantastic resource for honing your King's Indian Attack (KIA) repertoire. Here's a curated selection to enhance your KIA mastery

  • KIA  -  13 Chapter LiChess Study (141 hearts) -This well-regarded study offers detailed lessons within a focused 13-chapter format, making it ideal for players seeking a structured learning experience.

  • KIA Openings  - 6 Chapter Study (Setups vs French Mostly)

  • King´ s Indian Attack (KIA)  - 46 Chapter Study (62 heart Study) This in-depth study offers a comprehensive exploration of the KIA, covering setups against various responses, the roles of different pieces, and even featuring model games to illustrate key concepts.
  • King's Indian Attack!   - 8 Chapter Interactive Study  (3056 hearts)  This highly-rated interactive study provides a dynamic learning experience. Test your understanding and solidify your knowledge by actively practicing against different Black responses.

  • On kings Indian Attack  - 36 Chapter Study  (Short Lessons w/ a lot of Example games)

  • KIA VS FRENCH  -  36 Chapter Study - Focusing specifically on the KIA against the French Defense, this study offers in-depth analysis with well-annotated games, equipping you to handle this common Black response. 

Unfamiliar with Lichess Studies?
Lichess studies are fantastic tools for chess improvement. They allow you to explore chess concepts and variations move-by-move. You can test your understanding by attempting to solve critical positions and review explanations for the correct moves. This interactive approach fosters deeper learning and knowledge retention compared to passive reading alone.

Chess Video Lessons - Deepen Your KIA Expertise

Whether you're a beginner seeking foundational knowledge or an experienced player aiming to refine your repertoire, these resources cater to all learning styles.

Lessons

King's Indian Attack | Chess Opening  - 10 Video Playlist   - NM Robert Ramirez - This playlist by NM Robert Ramirez offers a structured approach, featuring lessons, analyzed games, and even a chess speed run showcasing the KIA's effectiveness across various skill levels.

King's Indian Attack | Beginner Kids' Class - GM Dariusz Swiercz  - 60 Min St.Louis CC -Aimed at beginners, this St. Louis Chess Club class by GM Dariusz Swiercz provides a clear introduction to the KIA, emphasizing its versatility, attacking potential, and key concepts for playing as White.

Kings Indian Attack Mainline  14 Min - NM Bryan Tillis - Focus on the KIA mainline with NM Bryan Tillis! This video tackles key moves, structures, and tactical ideas to exploit against various Black defenses, including the French, Sicilian, and Caro-Kann.

Petrosian on the King’s Indian Attack with IM Bill Paschall  - 26 Min -This video delves into the KIA's strategic nuances, emphasizing strong points and piece positioning. IM Bill Paschall concludes with an analysis of Petrosian's renowned endgame technique in the context of the KIA.

QUICK Wins!  The King's Indian Attack the Easy Way with GM Roman Dzindzichashvili!  - 38 Min -Want quick victories with White? GM Roman Dzindzichashvili demonstrates how to use the KIA to exploit weaknesses and create winning chances.

GM Damian Lemos - 
offers a three-part series on the KIA:

Annotated Games

Petrosian vs Pachman 1961 [A04] - (archived)

PGN Game Downloads

Kings Indian Attack.zip (Comprehensive)  - 4410 Games (U of Pitt Archive)

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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Sicilian - Smith-Morra Gambit (B21) - Opening Theory

 

  Smith-Morra Gambit:
 A Comprehensive Guide


Discover the strategic nuances of the Smith-Morra Gambit, a dynamic chess opening favored by tactical enthusiasts.

Learn why fearless players embrace this aggressive approach to the Sicilian Defense.


  • Thrive on sharp, tactical battles
  • Dictate the pace of the game
  • Catch opponents off guard and navigate unfamiliar territory
  • Say goodbye to dull pawn structures
  • It offers endless possibilities for excitement and growth

Smith-Morra Gambit Wikipedia Page 

 General Info About this Opening
1.e4 c5 2.d4 cxd4 3.c3 dxc3 4.Nxc3

 

Smith Morra Gambit Articles

Explore insightful articles and comprehensive guides on the Smith-Morra Gambit and Learn strategies, mainlines, and effective counterplay against this aggressive Sicilian Defense approach.

  • The Smith-Morra Gambit opening for White & Black - Chessable Blog -Delve into this comprehensive guide on the Smith-Morra Gambit, covering strategies for both White and Black. Explore model games, step-by-step instructions, and effective countering techniques for mastering this dynamic chess opening.

  • Smith Morra Gambit - Amazingly solid gambit! - IM Alberto Chueca - This article offers an in-depth analysis of the Smith-Morra Gambit, showcasing its popularity and solidity. Gain insights into mainline strategies, key plans, and tactical ideas, along with sample games to help you master the Smith-Morra Gambit effectively.

  • Smith-Morra Gambit: Complete Guide - The Chess World - Uncover the secrets of the Smith-Morra Gambit with this detailed guide. Featuring strategic plans, tactical traps, and an embedded 44-minute video with GM Kriszian Szabo, this resource provides everything you need to understand and play this aggressive opening.

  • Smith Morra Gambit Article - Simplify Chess Guide -Explore the world of the Smith-Morra Gambit, a powerful opening strategy against the Sicilian Defense. Dive into its core theory, key variations, and strategic ideas to capitalize on tactical opportunities and dominate your opponent from the very start.

  • A Bust to the Smith-Morra Gambit - Learn how to counter the Smith-Morra Gambit with this USCF Theory article. Discover effective strategies for neutralizing this aggressive opening and turning the tables on your opponent by playing smarter, defensive moves.


Books (Free Download)

The Smith Morra Gambit Part 1 - 22 Page (PDF) - Download this free Smith Morra Gambit guide to learn key strategies, tactics, and traps for mastering this aggressive chess opening. Perfect for players wanting to improve their gambit play and overall chess strategy.

Blogs 

 

The Smith-Morra Gambit opening for White & Black -  In-depth Opening Guide on Chessable Blog - Learn the ins and outs of the Smith-Morra Gambit, an aggressive opening for White against the Sicilian Defense. This guide covers key lines, including the Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted and Declined, tactics, traps, and strategies for both players. Perfect for those seeking a fast, tactical approach to the Sicilian.

GM Boris Altermans Blog ( Morra Gambit Lessons)
Morra Gambit Pt 1
Morra Gambit Pt 2
Morra Gambit Pt 3
Morra Gambit Pt 4
Morra Gambit Pt 5
Morra Gambit Pt 6
Morra Gambit Pt 7


Smith-Morra Gambit Blog - Key Strategies & Insights - Explore this blog dedicated to the Smith-Morra Gambit, featuring valuable analysis, strategies, and tips for both White and Black. Delve into historical insights and tactical ideas that will enhance your understanding of this aggressive Sicilian opening.

Smith-Morra Gambit LiChess Studies

A collection of resources to help you master the Smith-Morra Gambit, featuring two essential Lichess studies.

  • Smith-Morra Gambit  - This is the Listudy page  (Practice The opening here and Links to 2 Lichess Studys)

  • Smith Morra by GM Moulthun Ly  - 11 Chapter Study 
    An in-depth study by GM Moulthun Ly, covering the Smith-Morra Gambit with detailed analysis and strategies. (294 hearts)

  • Learn Chess Openings Deeply - Smith Morra -  29 Chapters
    A comprehensive, super in-depth study with 29 chapters, designed to teach the Smith-Morra Gambit at a deep level  (149 hearts)

Annotated Smith-Morra Gambit Games

  • Kolenbet - Schipkov, B. [B21] - Annotated by B. Schipkov
    A detailed annotated game between Kolenbet and Schipkov, exploring the Smith-Morra Gambit (B21) with expert commentary by B. Schipkov.

  • Smith-Morra Gambit Games List
    Explore over 40 Smith-Morra Gambit games played by legends like Fischer and Tal. Learn from these top-level encounters (Viewable Online).

Chessgames.com


Smith-Morra Video Lessons

  • The Smith-Morra Gambit Lecture by GM Ben Finegold - 45 Min - GM Ben Finegold discusses the Smith-Morra Gambit and how it is rarely seen at the Grandmaster level, it remains a strong opening for white and the benefits of the Smith-Morra Gambit against the Sicilian Defense. W/ a lesson and Analysis of 3 High level Master Games.

  • Smith-Morra Gambit -¸Sicilian Defense Theory - 19 Min - Hanging pawns - discusses common mistakes and pitfalls that Smith-Morra Gambit for beginners' players should avoid when playing this opening.

  • The Ultimate Guide To The Smith Morra Gambit - 54 Min Anna Crammling - a comprehensive tutorial on the Smith Morra Gambit, an aggressive opening for White against the Sicilian Defense, provides a detailed explanation of the key ideas and strategies behind this gambit, including various traps and tactical motifs that can arise from it.

  • How to Win Quickly with the Smith-Morra Gambit! - GM Denes Boros - 21 Min - explains how you can win with the Smith-Morra Gambit in less than 20 moves, featuring a beautiful Queen sacrifice by Tal.

  • Smith–Morra Gambit | Interesting Ideas & Plans - 19 Min - In this video lesson, the RCA guest coach IM Mat Kolosowski talks about one of the most popular chess openings, the Smith–Morra Gambit (also called as the Morra Gambit) from the Sicilian Defence.


GM Moulthun Le

  • Secrets of the Smith Morra Gambit | -  51 Min GM Moulthun - It's one of my favourite gambits against the Sicilian Defense and here I will share with you my complete repertoire and best strategies for Smith-Morra Gambit as well as some advanced Smith-Morra Gambit techniques
  • Smith Morra Main Line Update | GM Moulthun Ly - 15 Min - I will go through an update on a popular line played in the Smith-Morra Gambit which I didn't get to cover in the main one.


Chess traps in the Smith-Morra Gambit


Dealing w/ Anti- Sicilians
How to counter the Smith-Morra Gambit
 

Smith-Morra Game Videos w/Analysis

Playlists



Analyze this Smith-Morra Game! - GM Yasser Seirawan - 36 Min - St.Louis CC - Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan reviews a 1700 rated game in the classroom. Some say that the Smith-Morra has been refuted, but it's still fun to play in the Club. Watch this game and find out why.

Sicilian Defence, Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted - 45 Min - Chess network - explains the key ideas and strategies behind the Smith-Morra Gambit, including the importance of controlling the d5 square

Battling the Smith Morra Gambit | Classical Chess - 38 Min IM Rosen - Eric Rosen explains the key ideas and strategies behind the Smith Morra Gambit, including various traps and tactical motifs that can arise from it.

Drop The Hammer |  (Smith-Morra Gambit) - 38 Min -IM John Bartholomew - a detailed explanation of the key ideas and strategies behind this gambit, including various traps and tactical motifs that can arise from it.

Smith Morra Gambit Great Prep | Mosadeghpour vs Alekseenko - 13 Min GM Moulthun - analysis of a Smith Morra Gambit game played between two talented young players at the 2016 World Juniors. GM Moulthun Ly provides an in-depth look at an interesting line in the Smith Morra Gambit that he didn't cover in his main video on the opening.

Smith Morra Gambits Only - 34 Min GM Nakamura - GMHikaru features a viewer arena where players can only play from the aggressive Smith-Morra Gambit opening.

Mikhail Tal crushes Sicilian Defence with Smith-Morra - 11 Min - Kingscrusher

PGN Game Downloads

Smith-Morra Games PGN - 2150 games (U of Pitt Archive)

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Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Kings Indian Defence (E60-E99) - Opening Theory

King's Indian Defense Resources

Wikipedia Page
The place to start to get a general overview of this opening and its variations.

1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 Black intends 3....Bg7 4....d6

BOOKS & Courses (Free)

Short & Sweet: King's Indian Defense - Free Chessable Course - 58 Variations w/ over 3hr Video (GM Gawain Jones)

Short & Sweet: The King's Indian - Free Chessable Course - 26 Variations , over an Hr of Video

The King's Indian in thirty classic games. -Free Chessable Course  - Really Nice Course if your a Kings Indian Player

Short & Sweet: King's Indian Defense - Free Chessable Course -Learn 20 Variations  and train them each day with their movetrainer.          (Definitely worth signing up for FREE)


King Indian Defense - 11 page PDF  (Free Guide From ChessKids)
The kings Indian - A complete Black Rep -  358 Page Book PDF  (Full Book Here)
An opening repertoire for the positional player - 168 Page PDF

Kings Indian Tactics .pdf - 25 pages of KID tactics by Eric Schiller
Kings Indian Defence .pdf - 11 pages of the basic ideas behind the KID


Kings Indian Defense Chess Articles


Kings Indian Defense (How to Play It) - Big Article at Simplify Chess
 (Why, How , every move explained and the main lines)

10 Reasons to Play The KID - Short Article

How to Play the King’s Indian Defense (Ideas for White and Black) - Opening Guide to Main Variations

King’s Indian Defense: Opening Guide for White & Black - Chessable Blog Opening Guide

Kings Indian Defense - GM Marian Petrov Guide (Nice Links to Resources at Bottom)

The KID Bayonet Attack - by GM Arun & GM Magesh Part 1

The KID Bayonet Attack - by GM Arun & GM Magesh Part 2 

Can Blitz Teach Us Anything about the King’s Indian Defense Bayonet Attack? - IM Mark Ginsburg

Openings on Demand
King's Indian Defense Electronic Book (E-Book) Part II

(Note: All Articles Below are on the Wayback Machine)

Classical KID Ideas with Na6- Kenilworth Chess Club article 
Kings Indian - The Saemich Variation - A system against the KID 
Kings Indian 4 Pawns Attack - Website Tutorial (Main Page - use links to go to pages of each variation)

Chess Cafe Articles
Fischer Plays Again (Opening Lanes 45)(E70) - IM Gary Lane
Seirawan vs Kasparov 1989 (E74) - GM Yasser Seirawan
Averbakh's System (E74) - IM Gary Lane
Dreev vs Shirov 1996 (E81) - Samisch Var GM Yasser Seirawan
Karpov vs Timman 1993 (E81) -Samisch Var. GM Yasser Seirawan
The Saemich Var. - IM Gary Lane
Karpov vs Kasparov (E86) - GM Yasser Seirawan
Picket vs Van Wely 1994 (E90) - Gm Yasser Seirawan

Silmans Opening Archive Articles
KID- 4 Pawns Attack Article - NM Randy Bauer
KID -A Quick d4-d5 push - Andrew Martin
KID - Pain and Anguish - Karel van der Weide
Insights into and unusual KID - Manuel Monestario

Kings Indian Defense LiChess Studies

King's Indian Defense - 10 Chapter Interactive Study  (4000+ Hearts)

King's Indian Defense - 32 Chapter Study (Really Well Done)  (300+ Hearts)



CHESS PUZZLES

wtharvey.com (Puzzle Site)

King's Indian (E60) - 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 (10 Puzzles) 
King's Indian, Four Pawns Attack (E76) - (10 Puzzles)
King's Indian, Saemisch (E81) - (10 Puzzles)
King's Indian (E97) - (10 Puzzles)


Lichess Kings Indian Defense Puzzles (KID Puzzles Halfway down page)

Kings Indian Defense Puzzles - 7738 Puzzles ( Can pick up to 18 Variations) 
   

ANNOTATED GAMES

Dreev, A. (2685) - Smirin, I. (2691) [E81] 
Schipkov, Boris (2355) - Socko, Bartosz [E84] 
Schipkov, Boris (2355) - Monin, Nikolay (2405) [E87]
Goldin, A. (2630) - Shulman, Y. (2595) [E90]
Bu Xiangzhi [2708] - Vadim Zvjaginsev [2674] [E83] 


GAMES DATABASE

365Chess.com
ECO Codes For KID - E60 thru E99 (Lots here) 

Chessgames.com
King's Indian Defense (E60-E99)  - 144 Annotated games  

Kings Indian Defense Video Lessons

King's Indian Defense: Step by Step - 17 Video Playlist - NM Robert Ramirez (7+hrs Video)
King's Indian Defense Opening Theory - 10 Video Playlist - Hanging Pawns (4+ Hrs)
King's indian defense from A to Z explained - 67 Video Playlist - Zozarov Chess Channel 
King's Indian Defense -  33 Video Playlist - FM James Canty III
King's Indian Defense -  46 Video Playlist - Chessbase India



Kings indian Defense Game Video (W/Analysis)

King's Indian Defense Rating Climb  - 23 Video Playlist - IM Alex Banzea
Kings Indian Defense - Chess Opening - 260 Video Playlist - Kingscrusher
King's Indian Defense - 80 Video Playlist - agadmantor's Chess Channel

Kings Indian Defense - Chess Opening - 260 Video Playlist - Kingscrusher
King's Indian Defense - 80 Video Playlist - agadmantor's Chess Channel


King's Indian Rapid Speedrun | Part 4: 1520+ - 52 Min IM Kostya Kavutskiy
King's Indian Rapid Speedrun | Part 5: 1760+ - 41 Min IM Kostya Kavutskiy

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