Flop Analysis
The BB's check is the expected start to the flop. As the preflop raiser, we have the range advantage and the benefit of acting last, which is especially powerful at this 30BB depth. **Ranges:** Our BU opening range is wide but contains all the premiums, whereas the BB's calling range is 'capped'—meaning it lacks the very best hands like AA, KK, or AK which would usually 3-bet preflop at this stack depth. **Position:** Being in position allows us to realize our equity more effectively and choose when to inflate the pot or take a free card, putting maximum pressure on the defender. **Plan:** At an SPR of ~6, we are looking to get stacks in over two or three streets if we have a strong made hand, as the commitment threshold is much lower than in 100BB play. --- > **Takeaway:** In BU vs BB scenarios, use your range and positional advantage to put the capped defender in difficult spots.