Given the preflop action in this hand we can basically assume that Villain can’t have AA, KK or AQ, because he probably would have 3-bet with them preflop. First, we have to assign a range of hands for Villain before we can calculate our hand’s equity against it and compare it to the pot odds offered. There are a few steps we’ll have to take to break down this situation. Hero bets $25, Villain jams all in for $150.

Hero has K ♠ Q ♠ in the Small Blind, is the preflop raiser, and is heads up versus the Big Blind. In today’s article we’ll break down a simple math equation that will tell you roughly how much equity you have against your opponent’s range, and we’ll look at some practical ways to simplify calculation in game.įirst let’s look at a hand example, then we’ll break down the math:

Being able to calculate simple odds and equity in game will give you a massive edge over your opponents.

Poker math is almost never fun for most players, but it can be extremely helpful in close situations where the default play isn’t obvious.

Calculating poker hand equity