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Why You Shouldn't Fold Low Pocket Pairs in Poker
NewsMarch 7, 2025·1 min read

Why You Shouldn't Fold Low Pocket Pairs in Poker


The author advises against folding low pocket pairs on scary flops. The strategy of folding low pocket pairs if a set is not made on the flop is outdated. The author mentions that the strategy of folding low pocket pairs if a set is not made on the flop is outdated.

Low pocket pairs have fewer outs but are super-disguised, giving great implied odds. The author explains that low pocket pairs can increase fold equity due to unblockers. Low pocket pairs can generate value by betting and getting called by worse hands.

The author explains that low pocket pairs help balance the range by providing bluffs on various runouts. The author mentions the satisfaction of seeing an opponent's reaction when a set is made on the river.

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