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04-27-2021 , 10:46 AM
$0.05/$0.10 Zoom 6-max

I recently started using Poker Tracker 4 and I am trying to correct some leaks. I am wondering what a standard calling range (or stat) should look like from each position.

My 3bet from MP, CO, and BTN is all around 6%
3bet from SB is 8.5%
3bet from BB is 6.33%

My calling percentages are
MP .7%
CO 3.5%
BTN 4.5%
SB 7%
BB 19%

When I get more data I would like to break down each calling range based on who the aggressor is.

But for now I am wondering if this calling range is standard or if I need to loosen or tighten up.
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04-27-2021 , 11:21 AM
I'd say 6% 3bet from MP is about right, but too low for CO and far too low for BTN. 8.5% is about right for the SB, but the BB is more dependent on how aggressive you are, as calling is so profitable for the BB. So BB, yours is about as low as you reasonably should be going.

In terms of calling, I would say you aren't calling enough as the BB, that stat should probably be closer to 30%. Combining that with the low 3bet frequency from the BB, you aren't defending your blind enough.

Calling from other positions is a a subject of debate. Some people argue for never calling when not in the BB or the BTN, and if you do that, you won't be going wrong. The main issue I see with your calling frequency is from the SB. This is probably the worst position to call from, with MP. So, I think from the SB you should be shooting for a lower value than the CO. If you're going for the 3bet or fold strategy from most positions, I think you would have to ramp up your 3betting frequency by quite a bit though.
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04-27-2021 , 11:35 AM
Because you're playing Zoom where the player pool doesn't have as many fish and rake is super high, it is better to not have a calling range at all except in the BB and maybe the BTN.

Of course there are always exceptions. Most obvious one would be if someone opens in early position and you have a bad player behind you, then you can call a little wider to invite them into the pot.
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