Quick Summary
- The range is built around value hands, clean blockers, and hands that realize equity well in Cash 6-max.
- This preflop range chart for BTN vs 3-bet at 20bb in Cash 6-max, high rake prioritizes playability and disciplined frequencies.
- Rake sensitivity matters most for marginal opens and thin calls, especially in cash.
Preflop Range Chart + How to Read It
BTN is a positional spot where earlier positions must be tighter and more resilient versus 3-bets. 20bb stacks compress decisions; prioritize clean equity and avoid low-realization lines. Cash 6-max environments reward consistency and rake-aware discipline.
How to Read the Chart
- Mixes require discipline: follow the shown frequency, not intuition.
- Poor realization = tighter continuation ranges, even with decent raw equity.
- Blockers increase bluff quality and reduce opponents’ calling frequency.
Baseline Range Reference
- 4-bet value: AA, KK, QQ, AKs, AKo, JJ, AKs
- 4-bet bluff: A5s, A4s, KQs
- Call: QQ, JJ, AQs
Range Logic: Why These Hands
The goal of vs 3-bet is to win blinds and enter pots with hands that realize equity well.
If a hand performs poorly without initiative, it should be folded or mixed at low frequency.
Balanced ranges combine strong value with blocker-driven bluffs to stay resilient versus aggression.
See also: BTN — Open-raise 20bb (Cash 6-max, high rake). See also: Section: Cash 6-max.
Build discipline by tagging hands that underperform postflop and re-checking their preflop inclusion.
The biggest leaks come from frequency drift and impatience in marginal spots; keep the chart open while drilling.
Use this preflop range chart as a baseline for BTN vs 3-bet at 20bb. The goal is consistency, not perfection.
Range work is compounding: small frequency fixes in common spots have the largest EV impact.
When stack depth changes, your vs 3-bet range should compress or expand accordingly; do not force fixed widths.
Postflop Plan: Common Boards and Lines
Dry Boards
On dry A/K-high boards you often hold a top-card advantage; small sizing with range keeps EV stable.
Dynamic Boards
Against aggressive players, mix checks and protect strong draws to avoid being exploited.
Field Adjustments
If opponents overcall, shift to hands with strong realization and clean postflop playability.
Against 3-bet-heavy tables, add blocker 4-bets and tighten cold calls.
Compare with: BTN — Open-raise 20bb (Cash 6-max, high rake). Compare with: BTN — Push/Fold 20bb (Cash 6-max, high rake).
Rake Adjustments: What Changes at Low Rake
With high rake, marginal opens and calls tighten; focus on hands that play well postflop. Avoid passive lines without a plan: rake taxes low-equity calls the most.
Common Mistakes and Quick Fixes
- calling 3-bets without a clear postflop plan
- opening too wide without positional awareness
- ignoring rake impact on marginal hands
- calling 3-bets without a clear postflop plan
- opening too wide without positional awareness
Training: 10-Minute Daily Drill
- Run 50–80 training decisions and record mistakes.
- Repeat weekly and track EV improvements.
- Adjust frequencies and fix the highest-EV leaks.
- Pick 10–15 borderline hands from the chart.
FAQ
Should I follow the chart strictly?
No. It is a baseline. Adjust to table tendencies, rake, and dynamics.
Can I widen versus passive players?
Yes, but prioritize hands with strong playability and realization.
How do I train frequencies?
Use a trainer, track mistakes, and repeat the same spots in focused sessions.
Should I follow the chart strictly?
No. It is a baseline. Adjust to table tendencies, rake, and dynamics.