I didn't see a win in three moves here. Winning position? Yes, if white do a plain up blunder. Otherways, struggling a 50 move fight with an unknown outcome.
In my defence I have won in 3 moves with white (1.b3 g6.2.Bb2 Bg7 3.Bg7 both in bullet and blitz) and also I have won in 9 moves against Navara David :) with 1.b3!
I like the gambit in the beginning of the video, with white, where you giving up a queen for a developing king move. I think it is the greatest chess gambit of all time.
@@JonathanSchrantz thanks! I enjoy your fascination with dubious openings :) not sure if this one is gonna be like that. It would be interesting to see karjaken's point of view, why no d5?
Your videos are getting more and more interesting. I will contain myself and just say two things. First, your ideas somehow started to remind me of GM Roman Dzindzichashvili. Second, I really think that openings involving early Bg4 and Bxf3 the next move are not as innocuous as they appear for black, but probably very practical for bullet anyway. Enjoyed it to the end.
9:17 but here if bh3, we don't have the same idea of c5 as before, do we? Because the pawn on d4 blocks the bishop's view on the rook after knight moves. What would be the idea then?
The counter to your Bishop to G4 is easy.... However I play my own editted variation of the Nimzo opening that is more improvised but usually gets me 1-2 pawns belonging to my opponent. I would then mirror my opening with and counter pawn to G3 -> Bishop to G2 .. then use my knight to push you away or wait for your B7 to become unprotected.. then double take your pawn at B7, Rook at A8 ... but to give your credit your counter opening move would just slow me down a little.
Thanks, i just used it, and in fact, my oponent played 3. e3. :D (also: i play the Nimzo-Larsen as white, but never really knew, what to play against it)
I've noticed lots of bullet players going for similar variants on winning the queen recently (in the last month). It does tend to make premoving at the start a less good idea.
@@Skarecrow1949 Computer evaluation had me +4 after move 13! So I won the opening but he grinded me down real quick after that and I lost. Fun time though, he was scared for a bit which is all I could ask for. We didn’t get this line though so it was all for naught
Simple plan, takes Larsen people out of there comfort zone, which means everything, because they are out of their comfort zone already for playing the silly b3 move ....
The really bizarre part is, on Lichess, after 3. e3, not every 2000+ player has taken the queen, only 96% did. And of those who took the queen, there are still 4% who lost the game in blitz, rapid or classical (bullet excluded)!
If you rely on me opening the king file or blundering, you have me beat 90 times out of 50. But I bet most decent players would just open g for rook and be happy you gave the trade. Or just plan to castle on queen side and push f3.
Pretty much every principle in Nimzo-Larsen as white are broken here. 1. To give away the queen at move 3 here can only be caused by doing a plain up blunder here. Nimzo-Larsen players should know about the bishop's move. If a player makes this stupid move as white, you're more likely to win the game anyway. 2. Principle broken: You do, as white, want to exchange the white bishop for the night, as the white bishop more often than not is a weaker piece in common Nimzo-Larsen setups. In the video, somehow, black "forced" the exchange for his/her light square bishop in a matter that turns the table regarding principles. Any informed Nomzo-Larsen-player would avoid the early swap. 3. Principle broken: The G4 bishop can be kicked, but not chased. Use the wing pawn to kick, but do not open up the position further by chacing. 4. Principle broken: If blacks plays something like a Kings Indian, the main idea is to make a two-tile move with the c-pawn, and develope the pony at C3. 5. Principle broken: Connects to the 3rd point here, but anyway: White do usually want to develope pieces prior to pushing pawns unneccessary. The developement of the pony at C2 is crucial. 6. Principle broken: Do also to some extend connects to #3 here, but white seemed very eager to castle king sided here. One of the benefits with Nimzo-Larsen as white is a flexibility when it comes to castling. If the position is open on the king's side, it is often not a good idea to castle this way, but to either castle queen side or to not castle at all. 7. Principle forgotten: White's opening idea is to add pressure to the E5-field. The video points out the importance of having a plan B. If you as playing black suspect a player doesn't know the theory to well, going for the King's Indian defence could be very effective her. Black opening up with a move like B6 could be as well as efficient than leting your bishop be kicked around, as it catches white in a more unknown terrain, and mess up the early idea for swapping the bishop for the pony.
I lost 14 times in a row to the nimzo larsen. It is unbeatable. I am eager to finish watching this vid, . That shht fvk beat me 14 times. wtf! that is complete bullshtt.
Hi: kind sir: I really need help with this nimzo lasen. Some a hole killed me 14 times in a row with this bs. wtf!!! that dude is aa$$$ gad dam it!! wtf!!!!
Thanks for the honest feedback. My next few scheduled videos are also in the 20 minute range but I'll evaluate how well it's going and consider shorter form content in the future. Thanks for watching!
7.5% of the time it works all the time.
Understandable, have a great day.
*7.5% of the time it works 7/9ths of the time
They've done studies, you know!
Booolet time
the sex panther gambit
Levy: win in 7 moves!
Jonathan: pfff lol
I didn't see a win in three moves here. Winning position? Yes, if white do a plain up blunder. Otherways, struggling a 50 move fight with an unknown outcome.
@@redrhubarb9219 7.5% you win on the spot bru
In my defence I have won in 3 moves with white (1.b3 g6.2.Bb2 Bg7 3.Bg7 both in bullet and blitz) and also I have won in 9 moves against Navara David :) with 1.b3!
Big fan of your play style Adhiban, the beast is the best!
Big fan from Kerala,india
I like the gambit in the beginning of the video, with white, where you giving up a queen for a developing king move. I think it is the greatest chess gambit of all time.
Yesss finally the Schrantz gambit has been born!!
I love the enthusiasm but I have literally never faced that opening! 😭
Haha. At least now you won't be surprised if you do face it. Thanks for watching!
I’ve faced it like roughly 15 times in my over 1000 games I’ve played as black 😂
Ur rating must be low
@@nonebelievingbeliever3753 Not as low as your spelling level 👍
@@JonathanSchrantz Haha That’s true & you’re most welcome 👍
consider doing a lecture on Dubov variation of the Italian game
Good idea! I've added it to my list of ideas for future videos.
@@JonathanSchrantz thanks! I enjoy your fascination with dubious openings :) not sure if this one is gonna be like that. It would be interesting to see karjaken's point of view, why no d5?
These are really cool and unique videos. Highly entertaining. I love them. Nice that there is still room to innovate in chess. Thanks!!
I have played the Nimzo Larsen & against this line and I simply play d3 or d4 - Nbd2 - Nf3. Solves the problem instantly.
What do i do if i push bishop b4 but they defend with a pawn c3
Your videos are getting more and more interesting. I will contain myself and just say two things. First, your ideas somehow started to remind me of GM Roman Dzindzichashvili. Second, I really think that openings involving early Bg4 and Bxf3 the next move are not as innocuous as they appear for black, but probably very practical for bullet anyway. Enjoyed it to the end.
@13:05 Isn't Qxc7 better than Qxg6 ?
The most original chess content on the web. Thanks Jonathan!
There is a good chance that I myself have played knight to C6 in that situation, but I can't remember. haha
I play the same opening against the larsen and I have had 2200+ rated players fall for this trap against me! Anyways, thanks for the vid!
What about Nf6 at 16:48? Queen recapture forks.
2:26 just h3, if bishop to h5, then g4 and do a double fianchetto. It’s like dealing with pins. What’s the big deal?
This is a weakness that can be easily attacked with h5
Do you normally play h5 on move 3 and g4 on move 4???? Show me what opening books tell you to do this
9:17 but here if bh3, we don't have the same idea of c5 as before, do we? Because the pawn on d4 blocks the bishop's view on the rook after knight moves. What would be the idea then?
I found this video because this just happened to me. Good to know. Wish I knew an hour ago.
1. b3 e5 2. Bb2 Nc6 3. e3 { A01 Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Modern Variation } d5 4. Ne2 d4 5. exd4 exd4 6. d3 h5 7. Nd2 h4 8. Nf3 Bb4+ 9. c3 dxc3 10. Bxc3 Qe7 11. Bxb4 Nxb4 12. Qd2 Bf5 13. Nd4 Nxd3+ { White resigns. } 0-1
The counter to your Bishop to G4 is easy.... However I play my own editted variation of the Nimzo opening that is more improvised but usually gets me 1-2 pawns belonging to my opponent. I would then mirror my opening with and counter pawn to G3 -> Bishop to G2 .. then use my knight to push you away or wait for your B7 to become unprotected.. then double take your pawn at B7, Rook at A8 ... but to give your credit your counter opening move would just slow me down a little.
If white develops both bishops on g2 and b2?
Thanks, i just used it, and in fact, my oponent played 3. e3. :D (also: i play the Nimzo-Larsen as white, but never really knew, what to play against it)
These longer analysis videos are awesome!
I appreciate the feedback. Glad you're enjoying them!
Thank you for such awesome content
every time I watch these vids they get better, like fine wine time makes it better
What if 1.b3 d5 2.e3
I play everytime the nimzo so i learned the hard way hahaha
I've noticed lots of bullet players going for similar variants on winning the queen recently (in the last month). It does tend to make premoving at the start a less good idea.
Jonathan Schrantz : WIN IN 3 MOVES | Beat the Nimzo-Larsen Attack (1. b3)
Hikaru Nakamura : *sweating profusely*
I’m a 1600 playing in a simul against a GM this Saturday and I’m gonna try this! He’s known for playing the nimzo, wish me luck lol
How was the game?
@@Skarecrow1949 Computer evaluation had me +4 after move 13! So I won the opening but he grinded me down real quick after that and I lost. Fun time though, he was scared for a bit which is all I could ask for. We didn’t get this line though so it was all for naught
Amazing that this guy's ideas are identical to stockfish's
Simple plan, takes Larsen people out of there comfort zone, which means everything, because they are out of their comfort zone already for playing the silly b3 move ....
The really bizarre part is, on Lichess, after 3. e3, not every 2000+ player has taken the queen, only 96% did. And of those who took the queen, there are still 4% who lost the game in blitz, rapid or classical (bullet excluded)!
I did get it in in titled tuesday!
I think 5.Bg2 is not a good move I think 5.c4 is more thematic for a nimzo larsen attack
The way to avoid this line altogether is to play e3 on move two.
e5 to a3 wins all the time. - Lefong
Is it the premove gambit?
First video Ive seen of you and I just have to say that you seem super sweet. Thank you for some positive chess content.
It has some reversed-Trompowsky vibes.
Lol this is exactly the system I've come up with and always play against 1.b3.
That was my best opening
Jonathan, you are the most underrated chess youtuber. I learned my special tricks from you👍
tried to play this but at elo 650 didn't come up
I like the video..but no chance I go to twitch for a vampire :-)
What ppl don’t realize is 90% of this game is half mental
I've been watching your lecture since in SLCC lectures. thanks
Are you sure those 7 games were just against Alexandra Botez?!?!
Great content, as always. However, I'm sure I'm not the only one wondering and waiting, where is continuation of your French defense series?
If you rely on me opening the king file or blundering, you have me beat 90 times out of 50. But I bet most decent players would just open g for rook and be happy you gave the trade. Or just plan to castle on queen side and push f3.
Gambit beats good opening to my opinion
Please make video on Evil Icelandic Gambit🙃
Finally a video a day😍😍
What???
Coach Cory makes chess videos
6 . . . e5. The Schrantz Defense.
Pretty much every principle in Nimzo-Larsen as white are broken here.
1. To give away the queen at move 3 here can only be caused by doing a plain up blunder here. Nimzo-Larsen players should know about the bishop's move. If a player makes this stupid move as white, you're more likely to win the game anyway.
2. Principle broken: You do, as white, want to exchange the white bishop for the night, as the white bishop more often than not is a weaker piece in common Nimzo-Larsen setups. In the video, somehow, black "forced" the exchange for his/her light square bishop in a matter that turns the table regarding principles. Any informed Nomzo-Larsen-player would avoid the early swap.
3. Principle broken: The G4 bishop can be kicked, but not chased. Use the wing pawn to kick, but do not open up the position further by chacing.
4. Principle broken: If blacks plays something like a Kings Indian, the main idea is to make a two-tile move with the c-pawn, and develope the pony at C3.
5. Principle broken: Connects to the 3rd point here, but anyway: White do usually want to develope pieces prior to pushing pawns unneccessary. The developement of the pony at C2 is crucial.
6. Principle broken: Do also to some extend connects to #3 here, but white seemed very eager to castle king sided here. One of the benefits with Nimzo-Larsen as white is a flexibility when it comes to castling. If the position is open on the king's side, it is often not a good idea to castle this way, but to either castle queen side or to not castle at all.
7. Principle forgotten: White's opening idea is to add pressure to the E5-field.
The video points out the importance of having a plan B. If you as playing black suspect a player doesn't know the theory to well, going for the King's Indian defence could be very effective her. Black opening up with a move like B6 could be as well as efficient than leting your bishop be kicked around, as it catches white in a more unknown terrain, and mess up the early idea for swapping the bishop for the pony.
This is absolute nonsense!! a Real Cowboy is going to play 3.f3 and walk the Magician's Path.
I lost 14 times in a row to the nimzo larsen. It is unbeatable. I am eager to finish watching this vid, . That shht fvk beat me 14 times. wtf! that is complete bullshtt.
Use aggressive openings to neutralize the bishops
I see. @@muleyamwiinga3988
as a Nimzo-Larsen attack guy, i find this video offensive 🤣
I though it would be real
Where's my win in 3 moves?
random dude says f6 always in twits chet
It's good line
Hi: kind sir: I really need help with this nimzo lasen. Some a hole killed me 14 times in a row with this bs. wtf!!! that dude is aa$$$ gad dam it!! wtf!!!!
What a thumbnail 😍
16:25 To whoever suggested Qd6 to trade opponent's active bishop for an "underdevelopped piece": It's spelled undeveloped LUL
I might be whooshing this but isn't it called undeveloped? Lol
@@someoneelse293 i guess it's both but i edited it for you
ok?
A Knight on g1 is undeveloped, but a Knight forced to go back to g1 is underdeveloped.
Atleast that's the way I see it.
@@douglasquaid7550 is say a Knight on g1 is undeveloped and a Knight on h3 is underdeveloped.
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Hey past me
h3 30 mins of talking but you forgot h3..
Thats like 20 moves
stop touching your hair
2o minutes for 3 moves....
tired after 4 minutes bla bla ... clickbait
"win in 3 moves " = clearly clickbait
is it child chess skul,, stop this kind of nonse video
Well known that longer vids make more money, but some people tend to verextend their bla.. I hope you are not one of them.
your content is too good but its too long
Thanks for the honest feedback. My next few scheduled videos are also in the 20 minute range but I'll evaluate how well it's going and consider shorter form content in the future. Thanks for watching!
The video length is totally fine
Where was the WIN in 3 moves?