Check-raise

Basic Definition

A check-raise refers to a play where a player checks and then raises in response to a bet from an opponent.

Specific Situation

• When the flop is and your hole cards are , by checking and then raising when your opponent bets, you create an opportunity to increase the pot more than if you had bet yourself.

Important Information

• A check-raise is effective not only when you want to extract value from a strong hand but also when you want to make your opponent fold.
• By checking, you give your opponent the opportunity to check back, so depending on your opponent's strategic tendencies, you need to carefully execute a check-raise.

Examples of Term Usage

"By checking on the flop and then check-raising against the opponent's bet, I was able to increase the pot."