While we have a pair, the turn overcard and massive bet size make this a clear spot to continue rather than fold.
Checking is the preferred play with second pair. Betting is a mix, but checking allows us to realize equity more easily without bloating the pot OOP.
Note: Checking is higher EV; betting with second pair on this texture often isolates us against better hands while folding out air we beat.
Checking is standard here as the Ten is a better card for the Big Blind's calling range, though we can mix in small protection bets.
Folding here is a significant mistake. Despite the overbet, our hand is near the top of our checking range and has enough equity to continue. **Math:** We need roughly 35% equity to call. With 50% equity against the Villain's range, we are well above the threshold, even against a polarized overbet. **Ranges:** Villain's overbet represents a polarized range of straights (89, 45) and bluffs like gutshots (J8, Q5). By folding, we allow Villain to over-bluff us effectively. **Blockers:** Our Queen is a relevant blocker to some of Villain's straight draws and potential Q-high bluffs, making a call or even a check-raise viable. --- > **Takeaway:** Don't let large bet sizes scare you off when your hand is at the top of your range and still holds significant equity.
Note: Folding second pair here is too tight; we have over 50% equity and the pot odds only require 35% to continue.