Re: AJo UTG - fold, call or raise
AJo and KQo UTG have caused more unrest on this forum than just about any other hands. Most times I raise. In the game you describe, limping UTG is going to get you at least 3-4 limpers before it gets to the blinds. I would much rather raise here, and go up against 1-2 cold callers. If they 3-bet, then you have some added information on the strength of their hand. This isn't the easiest situation. Know that by raising UTG, there is going to be several situations where you're going to have to outplay your opponent on later streets to take down the pot. A time where I would limp w/ this hand UTG is when the game is tight passive, and you will only expect 1-2 other limpers.
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