AKs HJ on K93r: C-Betting for Value

Hero
A♦K♦
Position
HJ vs SB
Pot
4-Bet Pot
Flop
3♦ 9♥ K♠

In a 4-bet pot with top pair top kicker, we have a massive range advantage and should bet small to extract value from pocket pairs.

Flop Analysis

We have a massive equity advantage (62%) on this dry, King-high board. Betting small is the standard play to leverage our range and put SB's middle pocket pairs in a tough spot. **Ranges:** We have all the sets (KK, 99) and overpairs (AA), while SB's range is capped after calling the 4-bet, mostly consisting of hands like JJ-TT and AQs. Our AK is effectively the nuts here against their calling range. **Sizing:** A small sizing of ~25% pot (11.9BB) is preferred to keep SB's range wide and induce calls from hands we dominate. Our larger 22.5BB bet is slightly less efficient but still achieves the goal of extracting value in a low SPR environment. **Plan:** With an SPR of 1.6, we are fully committed to this hand. If SB calls, we are looking to shove almost any turn to realize our equity and maximize value from their remaining Kx or stubborn pocket pairs. --- > **Takeaway:** In 4-bet pots on dry boards where you hold a significant range advantage, use small c-bet sizes to maximize value and protection.

Key Concepts

  • Committed
  • Hero Strong Advantage
  • IP
  • Dry Board
  • LEAN TOWARD AGGRESSION