Equity intuition

Two hands go all-in. Who's the favorite — or is it a coin flip? Learn the classic numbers by feel, not by memorizing tables.

Rules of thumb: bigger pair ~80/20 · pair vs two overcards ~55/45 (the race) · domination ~70/30 (same high card, better kicker) · made hand vs big draw on the flop — closer than it looks. "Coin flip" here means anything within 45–55%.

Drill: pick the favorite