English Opening According to Jobava – Repertoire after 1.c4 e5 2.g3: Complete Your English Arsenal

The final piece of the English Opening puzzle by GM Baadur Jobava and GM Pier Luigi Basso has arrived. This comprehensive course concludes the acclaimed series English Opening According to Jobava, providing you with a full, grandmaster-level repertoire for White based on the powerful and flexible move 2.g3 against 1…e5.

Complete the English Opening Journey with Jobava

So far, this groundbreaking series has covered every major response to 1.c4 other than 1…e5. The current course fills that gap and completes your English Opening repertoire. Here’s a quick recap of the previous courses in the series:

• English Opening According to Jobava – Top-Level Repertoire for White after 1.c4 e6 2.g3
• English Opening According to Jobava – Top-Level Repertoire for White after 1.c4 c6 2.g3
• English Opening According to Jobava – Top-Level Repertoire for White after 1.c4 c5
• English Opening According to Jobava – Fight the Systems with …Nf6 and …g6

Now, with this final volume, you have a complete and deeply analyzed system to play against 1…e5 – arguably Black’s most principled reply to 1.c4.

2.g3 – Jobava’s Signature Weapon Against 1…e5

In this course, GM Baadur Jobava recommends the move 2.g3 against 1…e5 – a deeply flexible and modern approach that perfectly matches his dynamic chess philosophy. You’ll be entering a Reversed Accelerated Dragon structure after 1.c4 e5 2.g3 Nf6 3.Bg2 d5, and from there, you will build up pressure with clear positional and tactical goals.

In his introduction, GM Jobava states:

“You don’t need to memorize 200 lines to play great chess. You just need the right ideas, the right mindset – and a little Jobava inspiration. Let’s get started.”

What You Will Learn

Theoretical Structure

• 15 theoretical chapters covering all major setups after 1…e5
• In-depth move-order explanations to handle critical subtleties
• Fresh practical weapons against common Black plans like …d5, …Nc6, …Bc5, and early …h5

Training Tools

• 30 Interactive Test Positions to sharpen your practical instincts
• Memory Booster to internalize key strategic concepts and ideas
• Video Version (4h 34min) with detailed commentary by GM Pier Luigi Basso
• 15-Minute Repertoire Video – a quick overview of the system

Why 2.g3 Is a Powerful Weapon

This system is designed for ambitious players who want to:

• Play for a win with minimal theoretical risk
• Get practical chances in strategic and dynamic positions
• Avoid mainstream theory while staying objectively sound
• Surprise their opponents with unusual and well-prepared ideas

Course Highlights

• All early …h5 lines, reversed Alapin setups, and offbeat systems like …Bc5 and …h6 are covered
• Innovative move orders, such as 4.Nf3 instead of 4.Nc3, designed for practical edge and modern preparation
• Lines backed by top-level practice and strong engine support

For Whom Is This Course?

Target Audience: Intermediate to advanced players (FIDE 1800+) looking for a fresh yet highly effective approach with White. It’s especially powerful for those who want to build a universal 1.c4 repertoire that stands the test of time and engine evolution.