Flop Range C-Bet Frequency Table: From Basics to GTO Practical Guide

Position Scenario Description

Using a six-handed table as an example, the scenario is: Button (BTN) opens for a raise, Big Blind (BB) calls. Pre-flop, BTN's raising range is about 40%-50% of hands, and BB's defending range is about 35%-45%. Post-flop, BTN usually has a range advantage, but the betting frequency needs to be dynamically adjusted based on board texture.

Recommended Range (Generic Dry Board, e.g., K♠7♥2♦)

Below is a typical cbet frequency table applicable to dry boards (no straight or flush draws possible):

• Value Bet: Top pair K or better (AK, KQ, KJ, KT), middle pair or better (e.g., 77+), and draws (e.g., backdoor flush draws, gutshot straight draws).
• Bluff Bet: Air hands (e.g., two overcards no pair, like AQ, AJ), low pairs (e.g., A2s, A7s), etc.
• Check Range: Top pair weak kicker (e.g., K9s), middle pair or below with no draws (e.g., 88), and small pairs (e.g., 22-66).

Range Construction Logic

The core logic is based on range advantage and nut advantage. On a dry board, BTN's range contains many top pairs and overpairs, while BB's range may include more low pairs and junk. When constructing a betting range, ensure:

• Value bets have sufficient equity (typically >50%) against BB's calling range.
• Bluff bets win the pot outright when the opponent folds and have improvement potential (e.g., backdoor draws).
• The check range includes medium-strength hands to control the pot and protect future streets.

Adjustment Factors

• Opponent Tendencies: Against opponents who fold frequently, increase bluff frequency; against calling stations, reduce bluffs and increase value bets.
• Board Texture: On wet boards (e.g., T♥9♦8♣), equity polarizes more, so reduce betting frequency and use smaller bets or checks more often.
• Stack Depth: With deep stacks (>100BB), bet frequency decreases slightly to avoid playing large pots out of position; with shallow stacks (<40BB), increase all-in or large bet frequency.
• History: If you have been betting frequently against a specific opponent, adjust bet sizing or frequency to avoid being exploited.

GTO Reference

In theory, GTO flop cbet frequency is around 60%-70% (depending on the board). Examples:

• Dry board: Cbet frequency about 70%, with a value-to-bluff ratio of roughly 2:1.
• Wet board: Cbet frequency drops to about 50%, with a larger proportion of value bets.
• Bet Sizing: Usually use a 33%-50% pot continuation bet, maintaining balance with frequency.

Practical Application

1. Practice Building Ranges: Simulate BTN vs BB flop scenarios in software, recording your betting hands and actual frequency.
2. Dynamic Adjustment: Add or reduce bluffs in real time based on the opponent's flop fold-to-cbet rate.
3. Maintain Balance: If you only bet with strong hands, thinking opponents will exploit you. On dry boards, add suited connectors (e.g., 87s) as bluffs.
4. Leverage Table Image: If you have an aggressive image, reduce bluffs; if you have a tight-weak image, increase bluffs.

Remember, frequency tables are a starting point; real win rates come from adjustment and adaptation.