Flop Analysis
Folding here is a significant over-fold. While we only have Ace-high, the small lead from the SB (under 30% pot) allows us to continue with hands that have overcards and potential to improve. **Ranges:** The SB's lead range is often merged, containing hands like middle pairs (55, 66) or gutshots (76s, 54s). By folding A6o, we are letting Villain realize equity too easily with their bluffs and weak pairs. **Math:** We need roughly 22% equity to call, and our hand has nearly 39% against their range. Folding hands this high in our range allows Villain to profitably lead any two cards against us. **Blockers:** Our Ad is useful as it doesn't block the SB's heart or spade bluffs, and holding a 6 blocks some of their straight draws like 76s or 65s, making it a better candidate to float than other Ace-high hands. --- > **Takeaway:** Against small leads on dry boards, defend your overcards to prevent being exploited by wide 'donk' betting ranges.
Note: Folding Ace-high with a backdoor straight draw against a small lead is too tight; we have enough equity and position to continue.