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PLO 3-BET POTS

3-betting in PLO is fundamentally different from Hold'em. Because of the 4-card structure, equities run much closer. You need hands with multiple strong features to justify 3-betting.

Good 3-bet hands: AAxx (especially double-suited), suited rundowns (JT98ds), big pairs with connectivity (KKJTds). The key is nut potential across multiple draws.

SPR (Stack-to-Pot Ratio) is critical in 3-bet pots. With SPR of 2-4, you are often committed with top pair + draw. In single-raised pots, SPR is usually 8-15.

Position matters even more in 3-bet pots. Being IP allows you to realize equity and control pot size. OOP 3-bets need stronger hands.

LOW SPR NUT ADVANTAGE SIZING TELLS DEFENSE FREQ

Sizing rules: In position, 3-bet to 3-3.5x the open. Out of position, 3-bet pot or near-pot to deny equity. Against fish, size up to punish loose calls.

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PLO 3-Bet Pots Guide

Why 3-Betting Matters in PLO

3-betting builds bigger pots with your strongest hands, isolates weaker holdings, and creates low-SPR situations where big pairs and nut draws dominate. However, PLO equities are much closer than Hold'em, so hand selection is critical.

What Makes a Good 3-Bet Hand?

AAxx double-suited: The premium 3-bet hands. Top set potential plus two nut flush draws.

Suited rundowns: Hands like JT98ds have massive equity against everything and play well in 3-bet pots.

Big pairs with help: KKJTds, QQJTss, etc. The pair needs support from connected, suited side cards.

Avoid 3-betting: Dry pairs (KK72r), danglers (AAJ2r), disconnected holdings. These flop poorly in bloated pots.

SPR Rule of Thumb: In 3-bet pots with SPR 2-4, top pair + any draw is usually a commit hand. Top set is always a stack-off. Be ready to go with it preflop when you 3-bet.

Sizing Guidelines

In Position (IP): 3-bet to 3x - 3.5x the open raise. Keeps the pot manageable while building value.

Out of Position (OOP): 3-bet to pot or near-pot. Denies equity and charges draws the maximum.

vs Fish: Size up. They call too wide, so punish them with larger 3-bets (pot or close to it).

Postflop in 3-Bet Pots

Low SPR changes everything. With SPR 2-4, you are often pot-committed on the flop. C-bet for value with strong hands and check back marginal holdings.

Board texture matters: On dry boards (K72r), overpairs dominate. On wet boards (JT8ss), you need draws to go with your made hand.

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