Elias Building Nicely
Level 5
: Blinds 300/600, 600 ante
Seeing Michael Troutt raise to 1,700 in front of him, Darren Elias three-bet to 5,500 in the cut off. Troutt, wearing a 'Poker Is War' cap, accepted the challenge and called.
The dealer put out a Q♦A♠J♥ board, and following a Troutt check, Elias continuation-bet for 7,000. Troutt undeterred, called.
The turn A♦ saw both players check, the 6♦ river followed, bringing in the backdoor flush draw.
Troutt took over the betting lead, placing 12,000 out. Elias wanted to play a bigger pot and made it 46,000.
Troutt took some time to make a decision, even removing his sunglasses to get a better look at Elias, before returning his cards to the dealer.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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150,000
95,000
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95,000 |
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105,000
18,000
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18,000 |