Deep-stacked (130b effective) is this a profitable call for 30 blinds? Would have had a full house - but that is results oriented, so I feel like I made the correct decision. Not sure though when deep-stacked as such.
Thanks!
Do you know the
actual EV formula?
If you do, and have all the relevant data, it is a very simple process.
Put in all the data then calculate and you will be left with a number.
If it is a positive number, it is +EV. If the result is a negative number, it is -EV.
The size of the number (positive OR negative) indicates
how 'good' or 'bad' the spot is regarding
expected value.
If you haven't seen the formula, it is this... (maybe double check, my memory isn't what it used to be[at least I think it isn't, I don't recall])
EV = (Pw x R) - (Pl x L)
Pw =
Probability of
winning
Pl =
Probability of
losing
R =
Return (amount you stand to win)
L =
Loss (amount to call)
Retrospectively, after showdown, we have all the required data.
This means we can complete the equation and have a definitive answer.
Therefore the EV formula is a fantastic tool for analysing our play to see if we are making the correct decisions.
During a hand, we do not know opponents' holdings, so we have to best guess with the incomplete data available to us using our previous experience as a guide.
I hope this is some help to you and puts you on the road to calculating precise EV values for yourself.
Kind Regards,
Tracid/TRALKALINE/Joe.
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