Poker Strategy: Cash Poker

Premium poker hands

Pocket queens

Tough to put down, but discipline is key
Tough to put down, but discipline is key

How much resistance do Queens have to encounter before you lay them down?

Despite being one of the top premium hands, pocket Queens perennially cause players heartache; they’re strong, just not that strong. One of the scenarios this month sees our pros facing an opponent who has a tendency to overbet when holding Kings or Aces. Is it time to ditch the ladies? SCENARIO ONE


You’re playing in a $2/$4 no-limit game with four players. You’re under the gun with Q♣-Q♦. You bet $20, the button raises to $55, you call, and the blinds fold. Both of you have around $400 stacks, although you have him slightly covered. The flop is 7♥-6♥-3♠. You check, the button goes all-in for $345.

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