CO Open 50bb – MTT range
Default preflop range for the CO Open 50bb spot in 6-Max MTT, from the RangerPro library.
In the CO Open spot at 50bb effective stacks, this default range includes 80 of the 169 starting hands (47.3%). The dominant action is Raise with 80 hands. Every hand in this range is played at full frequency, with no mixed strategies.
The Cutoff is the first truly advantageous position. With only the Button, SB, and BB behind, steals become profitable and suited connectors start joining the range.
Opening (raise first in) sets the pace for the hand. Your open-raise range defines which hands are strong enough to voluntarily enter the pot and face potential 3-bets.
At 50bb effective stacks, post-flop playability is the key factor. Speculative hands like suited connectors and small pairs retain their implied odds value, and 3-bet pots don't commit your entire stack.
Action distribution
Hand composition
Key hands by action
pie_chart Composition breakdown
This range contains 13 pocket pairs, 49 suited hands, and 18 offsuit hands. Suited combos represent 61% of the range, reflecting a strong preference for suited holdings. The weakest pocket pair included is 22. All pairs from 22 through AA are part of the strategy.
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Compared to 100bb, this range is tighter by 1 hands (81 → 80 hands), reflecting increasing pressure to play only premium holdings at shorter stacks.
help Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Cutoff range significantly wider than HJ? expand_more
The CO only has the Button, SB, and BB behind — three players to get through. This dramatically increases steal equity and justifies opening weaker suited hands and more offsuit broadways at 50bb.
Should I adjust my CO range based on the Button player? expand_more
Absolutely. If the Button is an aggressive 3-bettor, tighten your CO range to hands that play well against 3-bets. If the Button is passive, widen aggressively to steal the blinds.
What is the optimal raise size from the Cutoff? expand_more
In MTTs, 2–2.5x from the CO is standard at deeper stacks. At 25bb or less, a min-raise (2x) is most common, preserving stack flexibility while still applying blind pressure.
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