Dmitriy_rus7
Legend
Platinum Level
1 It all depends on the cards I have in my hand
2 it all depends on my bank and what the big blind is now
I usually enter the game when late registration is already over and act according to the situation
2 it all depends on my bank and what the big blind is now
I usually enter the game when late registration is already over and act according to the situation
antonis32123
Legend
Loyaler
If I have a very good hand like QQ+ or AKs or AK I would 3 bet or even shove dependingly on my stack size and opponnents' number and stacks and pot size , or else probably I would fold . I cannot play oop not good enough hands . I can be bluffed easily oop and if he's A very aggro player , that's worse . I go conservatively oop generally
Gritz18
Legend
Platinum Level
According to experts, cash game strategy is different from MTT, as I am not an expert in cash games, my approach to this hand would be with caution, as I am facing one or more players.
As he is an aggressive player he can be opening with any range.
In this situation, calling would not be a good strategy, as there are few times when we will hit the flop, so the villain will always take advantage of our weaknesses.
It would be the best option, knowing the villains' aggressiveness, but always doing it wisely, choosing the best moment.
Balou1982
Visionary
Platinum Level
1. I would say if this happens 7 times in a row that middle pos. is raising and attacking blinds i give them a wide range, i think this is a tactic @cashgames to steel blinds and play agressive
2. it is important if the raise is only 2,5-3,5BB from mid pos because so it is a definetly a call with suited connectors 8-9 or higher or mid pairs 7´s +
3. dont think that their range is a spectrum of made hands, something betweens 4´s - 6´s or 10-J os, maybe A-6 os
4. wouldnt 3-bet such villains in a cash game when im not holding a monster and they play bingo from mid pos several times, there is also a well known chance to loose solid hands against them
greets
2. it is important if the raise is only 2,5-3,5BB from mid pos because so it is a definetly a call with suited connectors 8-9 or higher or mid pairs 7´s +
3. dont think that their range is a spectrum of made hands, something betweens 4´s - 6´s or 10-J os, maybe A-6 os
4. wouldnt 3-bet such villains in a cash game when im not holding a monster and they play bingo from mid pos several times, there is also a well known chance to loose solid hands against them
greets
Falai_san
Rock Star
Bronze Level
for me i see
In this spot, I’m definitely adjusting to the middle position player's tendencies. Since they’re raising almost every time from that spot and no one else is contesting, I’m putting them on a very wide opening range probably 35% of hands, including suited connectors, weak aces, and broadway cards. Because of that, I’ll defend my big blind wider than usual, calling with hands like suited one gappers, offsuit broadways, and even some suited kings and queens. I’ll also mix in some three-bets, especially with hands like AJs, KQo, 88 , JJ, and suited blockers like A5s , to apply pressure and exploit their wide opens. I’m not going crazy, but I want to make sure I’m not just letting them steal my blind every orbit without resistance.
In this spot, I’m definitely adjusting to the middle position player's tendencies. Since they’re raising almost every time from that spot and no one else is contesting, I’m putting them on a very wide opening range probably 35% of hands, including suited connectors, weak aces, and broadway cards. Because of that, I’ll defend my big blind wider than usual, calling with hands like suited one gappers, offsuit broadways, and even some suited kings and queens. I’ll also mix in some three-bets, especially with hands like AJs, KQo, 88 , JJ, and suited blockers like A5s , to apply pressure and exploit their wide opens. I’m not going crazy, but I want to make sure I’m not just letting them steal my blind every orbit without resistance.
Dzill_230
Legend
Platinum Level
Hello everyone!
I have familiarized myself a bit with the responses and I agree that dropping 7 orbits on average is too much! A maximum of 2 raises, on the third time - the answer, but it will depend on the hand.
Now, regarding the points of the question:
I try to defend my big blind every time, the range is about 30-35%. What would I put the villain on - let's say not too wide, but everything indicates that this is a LAG, so - 40%. Definitely a 3-bet. Yes, I consider the possibility of barreling, but it will depend on the board.
I have familiarized myself a bit with the responses and I agree that dropping 7 orbits on average is too much! A maximum of 2 raises, on the third time - the answer, but it will depend on the hand.
Now, regarding the points of the question:
I try to defend my big blind every time, the range is about 30-35%. What would I put the villain on - let's say not too wide, but everything indicates that this is a LAG, so - 40%. Definitely a 3-bet. Yes, I consider the possibility of barreling, but it will depend on the board.
maronza1
Legend
Loyaler
1. What Range Am I Assigning to Middle Position?
You’ve seen them raise 7 straight orbits from MP, and you note they’re aggressive and largely uncontested.
➡️ This is not a standard MP range (normally ~15–18% of hands). Because they’re aggressive and going unpunished, they’re likely opening closer to a cutoff or button range, maybe even wider.
✅ Estimated MP Opening Range:
- 30–35% of hands:
- All broadways: A2s+, K5s+, Q8s+, J8s+, T8s+, 98s+
- Offsuits: A9o+, KTo+, QTo+, JTo
- Pairs: 22+
- Suited connectors/gappers: 54s+, 64s+, 75s+, 76s+
This range includes lots of junk that folds to aggression or whiffs flops.
✋ 2. What Range Should You Call With?
In the big blind with good pot odds and deep stacks, you should defend wide, but be selective because of positional disadvantage.
💡 You can profitably call ~30–35% of hands here, skewed toward hands that:
- Flop well (suited, connected)
- Have high card value (Ax, Kx)
- Can trap wide openers
✅ Suggested Calling Range:
- All suited aces (A2s–A9s more for calls than 3-bets)
- Suited kings: K5s+
- Suited connectors: 54s+, 65s+, 76s–JTs
- One-gappers: 64s+, 75s+, T8s+
- Broadways: KTo+, QJo, QTo, JTo
- Small pairs: 22–66 (for set-mining value)
- AJo, ATs, KQs — borderline between call/3-bet
Don’t call with trash like:
- Q5o, 86o, or offsuit low gappers — even with pot odds
💥 3. Should You 3-Bet Them?
Absolutely — this is where you can exploit their wide opens.
🎯 Ideal 3-bet range includes:
- Strong hands for value: QQ+, AK, AQs, AKo
- Bluffing hands that block strong continues but aren't great calls: A5s–A2s, K9s, QTs, 87s
- Occasional suited connectors/gappers with fold equity: 65s–98s
✅ Reasons to 3-Bet:
- You punish their wide, unchecked opens
- You fold out dominated hands (e.g., J9o, K7o)
- You seize initiative postflop
- They’re likely to fold 30–50% of their opening range to aggression
Just don’t overdo it. Mix in enough strong hands to balance your bluffs.
📊 Summary Decision Matrix:
| Your Hand Type | Play | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Strong value (QQ+, AK) | 3-bet | Build pot, dominate their wide opens |
| Suited wheel aces (A2–A5) | Mix call/3-bet | Bluff equity, can hit disguised boards |
| Mid-suited connectors | Call or 3-bet | Plays well deep; can bluff later |
| Low pairs (22–66) | Call | Cheap to see flop, implied odds |
| Trash (e.g., 96o, T3o) | Fold | Doesn’t flop well, dominated easily |
🔚 Final Thoughts:
- Yes, you should absolutely consider 3-betting — both as a value and semi-bluff tool.
- Adapt as they adjust. If they start 4-betting light or calling more, narrow your 3-bet bluffs.
- In deep games, postflop edge matters — hands that flop well and avoid domination should be preferred.
Oranaro
Rock Star
Bronze Level
Good question, I'll separate it into 2 variants personally.
If he opens 100%, his range is for sure wide, how much? depends if you played 5 hands or 100. Let's say he really is wide and opens 70% from btn and sb is folding too much. I'd find profitable to call at least 70% (technically you can call more) but the more you call the more you should be conservative post flop imo. He has position, but you have to call a certain size-1bb.If he's a weak reg or fish I'd prefer hands that are easy to defend postflop and where you can find bluffs: suited connectors, one gappers, even small ones, some of strong two gappers, any paire, any connector, varying the strongest hands of those to 3bet (T9s i'd 3bet sometimes, 65s too as examples), some traps as JJ I'd call sometimes but more often 3bet, anything stronger I'd rather 3bet until I have a grasp of his range, then adapt. If he's actually agressive and not that bad postflop I'd be more cautious on my denfense, and tighten a little, getting to 50 or 40% of my range, and be more keen to widen and polarize my 3bets. Think about it this way: good agressive players love being deep postflop for more room, going agro preflop they have to call/fold (4bet for very strong/advanced range 4bet light range) so yo win a lot equity against agro just by going agro yourself preflop. you'll have to cbet alot for potcontrol tho: you deny their agressive play, and they have to make a choice: defend or take lead.
Profiling is key in these situations, and more often, if he goes crazy into opening you, it's maybe because you fold too much and they're exploiting you.
If he opens 100%, his range is for sure wide, how much? depends if you played 5 hands or 100. Let's say he really is wide and opens 70% from btn and sb is folding too much. I'd find profitable to call at least 70% (technically you can call more) but the more you call the more you should be conservative post flop imo. He has position, but you have to call a certain size-1bb.If he's a weak reg or fish I'd prefer hands that are easy to defend postflop and where you can find bluffs: suited connectors, one gappers, even small ones, some of strong two gappers, any paire, any connector, varying the strongest hands of those to 3bet (T9s i'd 3bet sometimes, 65s too as examples), some traps as JJ I'd call sometimes but more often 3bet, anything stronger I'd rather 3bet until I have a grasp of his range, then adapt. If he's actually agressive and not that bad postflop I'd be more cautious on my denfense, and tighten a little, getting to 50 or 40% of my range, and be more keen to widen and polarize my 3bets. Think about it this way: good agressive players love being deep postflop for more room, going agro preflop they have to call/fold (4bet for very strong/advanced range 4bet light range) so yo win a lot equity against agro just by going agro yourself preflop. you'll have to cbet alot for potcontrol tho: you deny their agressive play, and they have to make a choice: defend or take lead.
Profiling is key in these situations, and more often, if he goes crazy into opening you, it's maybe because you fold too much and they're exploiting you.
C
Cerniera
Enthusiast
Bronze Level
All Time at freerols is that
primrose
Visionary
Bronze Level
@Mods: what is the policy on dumping LLM-generated answers in threads without flagging them as such? Is there a policy?
Marcwantstowin
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bapfel
Legend
Loyaler
Depends on the position and bet size of the raiser, and how deep the stacks are.
I like calling with suited connectors or broadway cards like JKo but not with A and a small kicker. But I try to change here more often, especially against aggressive permanent raisers. Shoving with Ax against a raise, I had not made the best experiences
I like calling with suited connectors or broadway cards like JKo but not with A and a small kicker. But I try to change here more often, especially against aggressive permanent raisers. Shoving with Ax against a raise, I had not made the best experiences
maronza1
Legend
Loyaler
I just made a contribution not for chips, but for the sake of understanding the game.
If I had wanted chips I would have read that AI response and wrote it in my own words.
primrose
Visionary
Bronze Level
I have a huge ick reaction to unflagged AI content, but maybe that's just me. If I want to talk to AI I talk to AI (I actually do that all the time for lots of things), but if I'm posting in a forum I want to converse with fellow human beings. I'd prefer if all LLM responses are must-flag -- like, just say "here's what GPT thinks" and then put it all into a spoiler box. Obviously I don't write the rules. But yeah I promise I was not thinking about VIP chips when I flagged your comment (I don't even know what they are or that comments can give you some).
mardi1987
Visionary
Platinum Level
This is a great spot to exploit an overly aggressive middle position opener, especially when you're deep-stacked and have seen them consistently raise without much resistance.
Villain’s Range
Since this player is raising nearly every time from middle position, their range is super wide—likely including a lot of marginal hands that wouldn’t be standard opens from this position. I’d expect:- Strong hands (of course)—A-A, K-K, Q-Q, A-K, A-Q.
- Suited broadways & weaker Ax hands—K-Q, K-J, Q-J, A-10, A-9s.
- Pocket pairs—77+ at a minimum, likely much lower.
- Suited connectors & gappers—8-7s, 6-5s, 10-9s, etc.
- Some complete trash & weaker offsuit hands, especially if they think they can bully blinds.
Big Blind Strategy
You’re in a great spot to apply pressure, especially since you’re deep. You have three main options: calling, three-betting, or even four-betting aggressively.Calling Range
Calling has merit if you want to play postflop with a range that keeps weaker hands in:- Suited Broadways (K-Qs, J-10s, etc.).
- Pocket pairs 22-QQ (KK+ should likely be a 3-bet).
- Suited connectors (8-7s, 6-5s)—these play well deep-stacked.
- Some Ax hands, depending on their exact tendencies.
Three-Betting Strategy
This is a golden spot for a three-bet, especially since:- Their range is too wide.
- They’re not facing resistance often, meaning they may not know how to react well.
- You’re deep—giving you leverage postflop.
- Value hands (A-A, K-K, Q-Q, A-K).
- Suited Broadway hands like A-Qs, K-Js, Q-Js.
- Polarized bluffs (A-5s, K-5s, 7-6s)—things that can play well postflop.
Four-Betting?
If they show zero restraint, mixing in some light four-bets could work (especially if they like to call too much instead of shoving). Hands like A-5s, K-5s, and blockers (K-Qo) might be good occasional four-bet bluffs.Final Thought
This player is asking to be punished for their aggression. If you let them continue without pushing back, you allow them to control the table. Well-timed three-bets and exploitative calls should put them on the back foot
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okeedokalee
Glory To Ukraine
Loyaler
- Sometimes, LAGs will bet and raise relentlessly even with weak holdings. This is a spot to trap with. Use 12% pre-flop hands ( to exploit their wider range) by letting them bet into you.
- Playing against LAGs, especially post-flop, is much easier when you have position. You can see their actions first and make more informed decisions. In this case where the Villain has a very wide range, 30%+, position, post-flop doesn't matter.
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