C-Betting - PokerStars Learn

In No Limit Hold’em, one of the most effective strategies is the continuation bet (or ‘c-bet’). This is simply when the player who raises pre-flop continues their aggressive play by betting again on the flop. It can be done as either a bluff or a bet with a good poker hand for value. Knowing when to c-bet and when to check instead is a much harder skill to learn, and involves an understanding of your own hand, how it connects with the flop and what your opponent is likely to be holding. C-betting for value with a strong hand C-betting for value is clearly more logical than bluffing. In general, when you make a good hand – for example, top pair or better – you should go ahead and continue betting. When you have a strong hand it’s crucial to build the pot up as much as you can so you can obtain the maximum value. There is an argument for checking instead, and allowing your opponent to bluff, but the dangers of your opponent checking behind means it is rarely going to be the best option u

In No Limit Hold’em, one of the most effective strategies is the continuation bet (or ‘c-bet’). This is simply when the player who raises pre-flop continues their aggressive play by betting again on the flop. It can be done as either a bluff or a bet with a good poker hand for value. Knowing when to c-bet and when to check instead is a much harder skill to learn, and involves an understanding of your own hand, how it connects with the flop and what your opponent is likely to be holding. C-betting for value with a strong hand C-betting for value is clearly more logical than bluffing. In general