hard · Poker Theory Foundations

Game: Six-max NLHE | Format: Cash | Blinds/Antes: 1/2 | Effective Stacks: 20 | Hero Position: BTN | Pot Size: 3 At a stack depth of 10 bb, why does A2o outperform KQo as a shoving hand from the BTN?

1. The 'Ace' blocker significantly increases the fold frequency F of the blinds, which is where the majority of shove profit originates.
2. Because A2o can make a 'wheel' straight, which is very strong at 10 bb. (under this line) (under this line) (under this line) (under this line)
3. Because A2o has higher raw equity against a calling range than KQo.
4. Because MDF requires the blinds to fold A2o but call KQo.

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