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King's Indian Defense

Sämisch Variation, Panno Main Line

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  1. 1.d4Nf6
  2. 2.c4g6
  3. 3.Nc3Bg7
  4. 4.e4d6
  5. 5.f3O-O
  6. 6.Be3Nc6
  7. 7.Nge2a6
  8. 8.Qd2Rb8
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The main line of the Panno in the King's Indian Sämisch, where 8...Rb8 prepares ...b5 or ...e5 depending on how White arranges the pieces.

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About the Panno Main Line

The Panno main line, 8...Rb8, completes Black's flexible waiting setup against the Sämisch. The rook supports ...b5, which is the intended counterattack if White castles long, while ...e5 remains in reserve against a more restrained plan. The most common replies are 9. Rc1 and 9. Nc1. The direct 9. g4 has fared poorly in practice, with Black scoring heavily. Engines give White a slight edge.

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