bluff check-raise pot control Pocket kings are premium preflop but require constant re-evaluation postflop. This strategy video teaches you how to adjust your play based on board texture, opponent actions, and changing hand strength. Learn when to build pots, when to control them, and when kings become bluff catchers. Kings' value changes dramatically postflop. Constantly re-evaluate based on board texture and action, not preflop strength. Mastering Pocket Kings Strategy: Re-evaluate hand strength constantly—kings don't always win big pots despite being premium preflop On disconnected rainbow boards with overpairs, build pots aggressively through betting and check-raising When ace-high boards appear or flush draws complete, shift from aggressor to bluff catcher mode Use small bets for pot control on dangerous boards instead of checking down passively Check-raise strategically when out of position to balance your range and protect strong hands Recognize when opponents' aggressive actions indicate you're beat, even with an overpair Aim for small-to-medium pots on bad board textures—don't force action when board favors opponent's range
