Sometimes, you don’t have the direct Pot Odds to call, but you know that if you hit your hand, you will win a massive pot. This is the concept of Implied Odds.
This calculator answers the critical question: “How much extra money do I need to win on the Turn or River to justify calling this bet right now?”
When to Use Implied Odds
This tool is essential for Speculative Hands, such as:
- Set Mining: Calling with a small pocket pair (22-77) hoping to hit a set.
- Suited Connectors: Calling to hit a disguised straight or flush.
Example: Set Mining
You hold 44. Opponent raises $10. Pot is $20. You have ~12% chance to hit a set.
- Direct Math: Calling $10 to win $20 is bad (Requires 33% equity).
- Implied Math: The calculator shows you need to win an extra ~$60 later in the hand to break even.
If your opponent has a deep stack ($100+) and is aggressive, the call is profitable because you can extract that $60. If they are short-stacked, you must fold.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are Reverse Implied Odds?
This is the risk that you hit your hand but still lose (e.g., hitting a low flush vs. a high flush). If you are out of position with a weak draw, you should demand higher implied odds to compensate for this risk.