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Check-raise (x/r)

Also: Check-raise, x/r, XR

Poker term

Checking, then raising the opponent's bet.

Written x/r. When facing a c-bet in the BB, use it with two pair or better and strong draws (12+ outs). The opponent's c-bets include many weak hands, so build the pot with strong hands and push them off with strong draws. In Limit Hold'em, check-calling the flop and check-raising the turn gets two big bets in. On the river the opponent often just checks behind, so a river check-raise usually doesn't pay.

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