English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Anglo-Grünfeld Variation (variation 3)

This opening aims to control the center with the pawn on c4 and develop the bishop to g2 to support the pawn structure.

The opening begins with a pawn move to c4, followed by knight development to f6 and then to c3. Black responds by striking at the center with a pawn move to d5, which White captures. Black recaptures with the knight, leading to a fianchetto of the bishop on g2. Black mirrors White's bishop development by moving the knight to b6, preparing to challenge White's control of the center. This opening typically leads to a flexible and dynamic pawn structure for both sides, with opportunities for both players to develop their pieces harmoniously. White often aims to maintain control of the center and create attacking chances, while Black looks to equalize and potentially counterattack on the queenside. Overall, this opening can lead to a rich and strategic middle game with chances for both players to seize the initiative.