Matei Calls Saliba's Bluff
Level 4
: Blinds 200/400, 400 ante
Vivian Saliba opened to 3,000 in the hijack and was quickly three-bet to 7,100 by Alexandru Matei on her left. Saliba called to the J♠K♠A♥ flop.
Saliba checked to Matei, who continued for 3,500 and the call was made. Both players then checked the 2♥ turn. After the dealer revealed the 5♣ river, Saliba bet enough to cover Alexandru Matei's stack of around 38,000
Matei went into the tank contemplating a decision, taking a few minutes before making the call.
Saliba tapped the table as she showed 10♣10♦ for a pair of tens. Matei then turned over A♣Q♣ for top pair, good enough to double his stack and leave Saliba short.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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88,500
36,000
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36,000 |
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16,000
-46,000
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-46,000 |
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