Poker hand analysis Poker Hand Analysis Playing the flop when there is a pair on boardYou often see players steal a pot when there is a pair on the flop. These players are taking advantage of the fear factor. Here's an example: You are in a 10 player no-limit sit n go poker tournament in late position. Blinds are $25 and $50.
PRE-FLOP
A player in early position raises to $100. You call with:
  The big blind also calls. FLOP
  
The big blind checks. The pre-flop raiser bets $50 (min bet). You raise to $300. The big blind folds as well as the pre-flop raiser. SHOWDOWN
You win $775. You net $375 Analysis:
- the pre-flop raiser bets out on the flop because he wants to show a strong hand, which is expected with overcards
- minimum bet suggests he missed the flop, but still wants you to think he holds a strong hand
- normally a player will check and trap their trips if they have a 9 Suggested play:
On the flop raise 4-6 times the bet (if the pre-flop raiser bets min). You are representing the 9. Unless they have pocket 4's, the other 9 or even 9-4, you are a big favorite. Considering they raised pre-flop, they are likely holding 2 overcards. Most opponents will fold to your bet on the flop. If they call, you are done with this hand. | 
