Balilti Makes Eights Work
Level 4
: Blinds 200/400, 400 ante
Daniel Balilti raised from under the gun to 1,100 and got one call to his direct left before seeing the flop come down K?8?6?.
Both players checked to see the turn bring out the 5?.
Balilti thought briefly before putting out a bet for 1,500. His opponent made the call, prompting the dealer to put the K? out on the river.
Action checked to showdown and Balilti turned over the Q?8?, prompting his opponent to ask, "Why'd you bet the turn there?", signaling the dealer to push the pot in Balilti's direction.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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48,000
10,600
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10,600 |