Flop Analysis
After SB checks, we should bet our top and bottom pair frequently. While checking is a viable mix to protect our range, betting for value and protection against overcards is preferred.
While we have a strong two pair, we must be cautious of straights completing on the turn and river when facing significant resistance.
After SB checks, we should bet our top and bottom pair frequently. While checking is a viable mix to protect our range, betting for value and protection against overcards is preferred.
The 5c is a dynamic card that completes the wheel (A4) and 64. We should lean toward a smaller sizing here to keep SB's marginal Qx and pocket pairs in the pot.
Note: Sizing up to 75% pot is slightly too large on this texture; a smaller 33% sizing is preferred to maximize value from SB's wide check-calling range.
On the river, we have a clear value bet. SB's range is mostly capped at one pair hands after checking three streets, though we must be wary of the few straights they can hold.
Facing a massive check-raise on the river, our two pair becomes a pure bluff-catcher. While we beat all missed draws, SB has very few natural bluffs that take this line after calling twice.
Note: Calling the river raise is a significant error; SB's line is extremely under-bluffed and our two pair loses to all value (sets, straights, and better two pairs like Q9).