Razz Deep Dive: Who Had the Edge? Stud Game Strategy

Today I'm breaking down an intriguing Razz hand from my recent live cash game. Using ProPokerTools Odds Oracle, I analyze a tricky 5th street spot where my opponent and I both strongly believed we held the equity advantage. Was I correct to hesitate when faced with an unexpected 3-bet, or did I miss a golden opportunity to press my edge? Join me as we delve into the strategic nuances of Razz, run equity calculations, and reveal the critical decision-making lessons from this unique scenario.

Key Moments:
0:00 Introduction: Exploring an Interesting Razz Hand

1:10 Third Street Analysis: Completing with 8-5-3 On a Safe Board

1:50 Fourth and Fifth Street Dynamics: Equity Shift and Key Decisions

2:25 Strategic Confusion: Facing an Unexpected 3-Bet on Fifth Street

4:10 Running Equity Simulations in ProPokerTools Odds Oracle

5:20 Lessons Learned: Importance of Studying Equities in Razz