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Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit

262 games from Lichess · Updated January 2026

Tough Sell
White Expected Score52.3%Range (90% confident): 47.2% – 57.3%Based on 262 games
0%52.3%100%
Range (90% confident): 47.2% – 57.3%
Outcome Distribution
48.4%7.8%43.8%
Win
Draw
Loss
6...c5
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit
Analyzen=262
Avg Length37 moves
Sharpness92%
Draw Rate7.8%

What is the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit expected score for White?

Snapshot

At all ratings, the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit has a 52.3% expected score for White (we're 90% confident it's between 47.2% and 57.3%), based on 262 Lichess games.

White Win% by Rating

Improves with rating: 46% → 50%

1200
1400
1600
1800
2000
2200
2500+

  • 1200-1399: 45.5% win rate (4 games)
  • 1400-1599: 33.3% win rate (9 games)
  • 1600-1799: 44.7% win rate (22 games)
  • 1800-1999: 53.4% win rate (35 games)
  • 2000-2199: 40.5% win rate (64 games)
  • 2200-2499: 53.3% win rate (82 games)
  • 2500+: 49.5% win rate (46 games)

White Win% by Time Control

Best in Classical (56%), worst in Rapid (37%)

Bullet
Blitz
Rapid
Classical

  • Bullet: 42.3% win rate (47 games)
  • Blitz: 50.6% win rate (193 games)
  • Rapid: 36.6% win rate (19 games)
  • Classical: 55.6% win rate (3 games)

White% by Rating × Time Control

Click any cell to filter. Green = above 50%, Red = below 50%.

RatingUBBulleBlitzRapidClass
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Expected score matrix by rating bracket and time control

  • 1200-1399 rating, Blitz: 38.9% expected score (3 games)
  • 1200-1399 rating, Rapid: 70.0% expected score (1 games)
  • 1400-1599 rating, Bullet: 78.6% expected score (2 games)
  • 1400-1599 rating, Blitz: 23.4% expected score (6 games)
  • 1400-1599 rating, Rapid: 30.0% expected score (1 games)
  • 1600-1799 rating, Bullet: 27.8% expected score (3 games)
  • 1600-1799 rating, Blitz: 53.0% expected score (15 games)
  • 1600-1799 rating, Rapid: 38.9% expected score (3 games)
  • 1600-1799 rating, Classical: 70.0% expected score (1 games)
  • 1800-1999 rating, Bullet: 73.1% expected score (5 games)
  • 1800-1999 rating, Blitz: 50.0% expected score (29 games)
  • 1800-1999 rating, Rapid: 70.0% expected score (1 games)
  • 2000-2199 rating, Bullet: 34.2% expected score (8 games)
  • 2000-2199 rating, Blitz: 46.0% expected score (48 games)
  • 2000-2199 rating, Rapid: 50.0% expected score (8 games)
  • 2200-2499 rating, Bullet: 50.0% expected score (9 games)
  • 2200-2499 rating, Blitz: 62.4% expected score (67 games)
  • 2200-2499 rating, Rapid: 11.5% expected score (5 games)
  • 2200-2499 rating, Classical: 30.0% expected score (1 games)
  • 2500+ rating, Bullet: 47.7% expected score (20 games)
  • 2500+ rating, Blitz: 65.1% expected score (25 games)
  • 2500+ rating, Classical: 70.0% expected score (1 games)

Related Openings

Parent
Nimzo-Indian Defense
48.4%
Variations (5)
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation
50.5%
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation
48.9%
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Macieja System
54.8%
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Pirc Variation
47.2%
Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Steiner Variation
46.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit win rate?

The Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit has a 48.4% (90% CI: 43.3%-53.4%) win rate for white, based on 262 rated games from Lichess.

At what rating does the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit perform best?

The Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit performs best at 2200-2499 Elo with a 53.3% win rate for white (82 games). Win rate tends to decline at higher ratings as opponents know the theory better.

How sharp is the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit?

The Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit has a sharpness score of 92.2 (decisive), meaning 92.2% of games end decisively. Average game length is 37 moves.

What is the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit win rate in Blitz?

In Blitz games, the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit has a 50.6% (90% CI: 44.8%-56.5%) win rate for white (193 Lichess games). Draw rate is 7.5%.

Is the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit a good opening?

The Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Romanishin Gambit is slightly favors black with a 48.4% (90% CI: 43.3%-53.4%) win rate across all ratings. It performs best at 2200-2499 Elo. Your results depend on your rating, time control, and how well you know the typical plans.