KJo CO on A86r: Bluff Catching with the King

Hero
K♠J♣
Position
CO vs BB
Pot
Single-Raised Pot
Flop
6♠ 8♠ A♠

We use our second pair and spade blocker to call a small river probe after the flush draw misses.

Flop Analysis

On this monotone texture, we should lean toward checking back. While we have the second-nut flush draw, betting small is a viable mix to deny equity from random high cards.

Turn Analysis

Checking back is the preferred play after turning second pair. We have showdown value and a strong draw, making it a perfect hand to pot control and realize equity.

River Analysis

This is a mandatory call given the price and our hand strength. We beat all missed straight draws and turned bluffs while blocking the nut flush.

Key Concepts

  • Multi-Street Play
  • Hero Slight Advantage
  • IP
  • Wet Board
  • LEAN TOWARD CHECK