An important weapon in NO Limit Holdem is the check-raise. The intention of this move is to steal smaller pots or try to ensnare players who are aggressors. You’ll see where you stand quickly. Your opponent will realize that you have a big hand and recognize that they’d better have one too.

It looks like you didn’t want to bet away your action with a big hand because since you check-raised its an effective move from an early position. After a person bets, you make the decision to raise them, to show your strength. You’ll take down a high percentage of pots, if you recognize the late-position bet for the bluff it often is. Try to save your check raises for times when your opponent is trying to take the pot and utilize your outs at this time to maximize your chances for a better hand.

It can be even more effectivce if you check and raise during 4th street. This technique makes it seem like you are slow-playing the hand until you take two turns at the pot. At that time, the majority of players will only stay if they have a large hand. You know you’re against a good hand, if they stay in.