What's the Best Thing to Do?

I’ve been having bad beats quite often since last week, particularly when playing KK pre-flop. Because of this, a question has popped out in my mind the other day.

In your opinion, do you think it is wise to go all-in or call all-in with all my stack? Or just fold and patiently wait for a better hand to come instead?

Well, I hate calling all-in preflop and certainly I prefer to wait for the flop, then afterwards make a decision based on the result. Any advice please?

Thank you.

All the best,
Toffee

Toffee,

If I am facing an all-in bet preflop, I am calling with K-K. There is only one hand that is ahead preflop, and if your opponent has A-A, then bless them. There are very few times that I would ever consider folding K-K preflop to a raise or an all-in bet.

Moving all-in depends on several factors including how big the other player’s stack is, what the chances are that they will fold, and what I have seen them show down. Chances are I am going to push the hand pretty hard preflop.

In regards to calling all-in preflop, I understand your concern but when you have a big hand preflop, you need to push your advantages and try to take advantage of big hands when you get them. Yes, you will be outdrawn and lose on occasion, but the same is true if you held aces.