This interactive video course of over 8 hours, provides an in-depth exploration of the Pirc Defence, a favoured opening for people looking to play for the win with the black pieces. Through a combination of key reference games and the analysis of a complete repertoire, this ChessBase Training video course helps you understand the essential themes, ideas, and resources needed to master this opening.
Free Video sample: Introduction
Free Video sample: Attacking like in the King's Indian Defence
The Pirc (1.e4 d6 2.d4 Nf6 3.Nc3 g6) is a dynamic opening that temporarily allows the opponent to control the centre, only to challenge it later in a more aggressive manner. It leads to complex and often unbalanced middlegame positions, offering ample opportunities for counterplay, even against well-prepared opponents. Of course, there is an element of risk in this approach, but as the famous quote by Xavier Tartakower reminds us, "The player that takes risks may lose, the player that doesn't always loses." Through this video course, you will see that the risk is controlled when you understand the various resources of the position, making the Pirc an excellent practical choice to add to your repertoire. You will acquire a new strategic weapon for playing with the black pieces, capable of surprising your opponents, while providing real winning chances in rich and unpredictable positions.
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