📊 HUD Stats
VPIP
20-28%
Standard range
PFR
16-22%
Standard range
AF
2.5-3.5
Standard range
3bet%
6-9%
Standard range
Fold 3bet
55-65%
Standard range
TAG Characteristics
- Small VPIP/PFR gap (within 6): raise-heavy, rarely limps
- Flop c-bet frequency around 55-65%
- Turn c-bet frequency 40-50% (more selective than flop)
- Fold to 3-bet 55-65% (stealable zone)
⚔️ Exploit Strategy
Core Approach: Predict Range and Exploit Gaps
TAGs have a readable range. When they enter, expect a decent hand; they c-bet frequently but continuation rate drops. 3-bet pressure and float plays are the primary weapons.
- 3-bet bluffs: If Fold to 3-bet is 60%+, bluff 3-bet aggressively. A5s, K4s with blockers are ideal
- Wide calls with position: Call with suited connectors and small pairs to flop sets/draws
- Respect 4-bets: A TAG's 4-bet range is QQ+, AK+. Proceed carefully
- Squeezes work: Squeeze when TAG opens and a fish calls
- Float play: Call flop c-bet in position, then bet when they check the turn
- Probe bet: Bet the turn when TAG skips c-bet (shows weakness)
- Check-raise: Check-raise on dry boards against their c-bets
- Turn fold: TAG betting the turn is a narrower range — limit bluff catches
- Balance your play: TAGs can adjust. Don't repeat the same patterns
- Counter-exploit their counter: If they notice your 3-bet bluffs, add 4-bet balance
- Image management: After showing a bluff, value hands get paid off more
- Update HUD continuously: TAGs need 300+ hands for reliable stats
🎯 TAG Counter — 3-Bet Range
3-Bet Range Construction
- Value 3-bet: QQ+, AK (handles their 4-bet range)
- Bluff 3-bet: A5s-A2s (A blocker), K-suited hands (K blocker)
- Call range: JJ, TT, AQ (call vs TAG in position)
⚠️ Common Mistakes
What NOT to Do
- Overvaluing TAGs: They have weaknesses too — not using fold equity is leaving money behind
- Repeating patterns: TAGs adjust — vary your approach
- Over-bluffing postflop: TAGs fold to weakness but call down when strong
- Underestimating turn bets: TAG turn continuation means a narrowed range — choose bluff-catches carefully