BB 100bb Push Fold

Overview

BB 100bb Push Fold is a strategy where the Big Blind (Big Blind) facing a raise from the Small Blind (Small Blind) only chooses to push all-in or fold, ignoring calls or other raise sizes. This strategy is typically used when the effective stack depth is around 100 big blinds (bb), and is common in heads-up (heads-up) or certain button-vs-blind scenarios.

Theory

In deep stack situations (e.g., 100bb), traditional strategies often involve multiple raise sizes and calls, but the Push Fold strategy reduces decision complexity through extreme simplification. The core principle is: when the Big Blind believes their range has a significant advantage over the Small Blind's raising range, or when the Small Blind overreacts to all-ins (e.g., folds too frequently), shoving maximizes expected value (EV). Folding is used for weak hands to avoid unfavorable situations.

Applicable Scenarios

• When the opponent raises too wide from the Small Blind and folds too often to shoves.
• Short stacks (e.g., 10-20bb remaining) often use push-fold, but at 100bb depth it is more commonly an exploitative adjustment rather than a default strategy.
• In certain tournament bubble stages or under ICM pressure, the Big Blind may adopt this strategy to protect chips.

Pros and Cons

• Pros: Reduces complex decisions, lowers risk of being exploited post-flop; leverages opponent's fold equity to win pots.
• Cons: Misses potential from calling or small raises; can be exploited by opponents who adjust (e.g., raise with a tighter range).

Notes

At 100bb depth, Push Fold is not a GTO optimal strategy and is typically used only when the opponent has a clear leak. It is recommended to apply carefully based on opponent tendencies and table dynamics.