Re: 20/40: Semi-bluffing and then calling down
 

I do not see him 3-betting 5th street here. Period. What is he going to do, call down if I cap it? It's just too risky.

However, him just calling the 5th street raise and then betting out 6th street is a concern.

Re: 20/40: Semi-bluffing and then calling down
 

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Putting this out for discussion: if you don't catch an 8, do you consider folding 6th? What about calling 6th and then folding if he follows through on the river (particularly if you don't catch the 8, but possibly even though you do)? Your 6th street call is clearly stating you can beat kings up and OP said this player was decent.

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This was a consideration, yes. If I hadn't caught the 8, it's much easier to fold. And yes, I think calling 6th and folding the river should be considered. His sixth street bet is automatic. His river bet is scary. When I call sixth he knows I'm going to call the river.

Re: 20/40: Semi-bluffing and then calling down
 

BlUMP

Results
 

He showed two pair (his board) and I took down the pot. He had two clubs in the hole (2c 5c) 8c and hit the blank 4s on the river.