In the previous teaching, we learned to use Pot Odds to calculate whether the current price is reasonable. However, in actual combat, masters often make decisions that seem that the odds are not enough but still call, this is because they consider the Implied Odds.
And what are the implied odds? In simple terms, the implied odds are: although the current pot odds are not enough, if you make up the cards, you are confident that you can win more subsequent chips from your opponent, then this hand is worth chasing.
Hunter's point of view: This is a game about future value. Two card types suitable for chasing implied odds
1. Pairs of small pockets: for example, holding 22 to 66 in your hand. If you reach the dark three in the flop, your card power is very hidden, and it is extremely easy to empty the opponent's big pair or top pair.
2. Consecutive flushes: for example, 78 flushes. This kind of card has the opportunity to form a strong Shunzi or a strong flush. When the opponent is unwilling to let go with a strong card, it is the moment when you harvest the big pot.
What are Reverse Implied Odds? Reverse Implied Odds
This is the easiest trap for novices to ignore. Reverse implied odds refers to: although you have made up the desired card, this card will make you lose more chips.
Common scenarios：
You take the small flush to draw the draw, and after the flop, you really make up for the flush. You feel that you are sure to win and bet frantically, but your opponent is holding a bigger flush. This is a classic case of making up the cards but losing the entire stack of chips.
Hunter Actual Combat Checklist: Should I chase this hand?
1. Whether the opponent's chips are deep enough: If the opponent has very few chips left, even if you make up a strong card, you won't win much money, then the implied odds are very low.
2. Whether the opponent likes to call: If the opponent is a call station that doesn't like to fold, your implied odds will increase significantly.
3. Is your Outs clean: Can you be sure that you are nuts after you make it up? If you are not sure, be wary of inverse implied odds.
4. Is the face of the card too obvious: if the public card issues four flushes and you only get the flush, the opponent will usually be alert and unwilling to pay, and the implied odds will shrink.
Summary: The Hunter's thinking of Implied odds
Implied odds are not an excuse for you to call at will, but a precise profit expectation. What you want to chase is not the cards, but the opponent's remaining chips. When you are sure that you can make your opponent pay a painful price after making up the card, that is the real implied odds.
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