A Novel Poker Play: Shoving With A Capped Range · S8E18

When you see big bets over multiple streets from an opponent, what do you conclude? Most studied #poker players would assume they are facing a polarized range, and respond accordingly. But against a strong player, that need not be the case.

In this episode of the podcast, coach w34z3l explains the concept of capped shoving; that is, making large bets to get all in with a capped range. By understanding this counterintuitive play, you will be able to profitably add it to your game, while defending against it when used by tough opponents.

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0:00 Introduction: Capped Shoving Explained

0:24 Aggressive Play & Range Construction

1:06 Polarized Ranges vs Capped Ranges

2:05 Example Hand Setup: Button vs Big Blind

2:51 Flop Action: J85 Rainbow Board

3:54 Solver Strategy: Trapping with Premium Hands

5:32 Why Capped Ranges Work

5:58 Turn Decision: Shoving with Capped Range

7:16 Bet Sizing Strategy: Small vs All-In