This week we’re focused on a typical cash game spot where you are out of position against a tough player in Middle Position after calling their raise from the Big Blind.
There are a few flops where you could construct a leading range from the Big Blind in this spot, but for the vast majority of flops you can begin by checking to the preflop raiser. Checking is preferred as a default because the preflop aggressor will typically have an equity advantage.
Middle Position’s range in this spot is significantly narrower than similar scenarios where you’re facing a Button or Cutoff raise.