The Kevitz-Trajkovich Defence arises after 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 Nc6. ECO code: A50.

Overview

This rare defence develops the knight to c6, blocking the c-pawn but pressuring d4. Black aims for ...e5, challenging the centre directly.

Strategic Themes & Plans

The knight on c6 prevents ...c5 (a key Benoni-type break) but supports ...e5. White should continue with d5, gaining space and displacing the knight, or develop naturally with Nc3 and e4. The defence is uncommon at the master level.