HJ Open 100bb – MTT range
Default preflop range for the HJ Open 100bb spot in 6-Max MTT, from the RangerPro library.
In the HJ Open spot at 100bb effective stacks, this default range includes 66 of the 169 starting hands (39.1%). The dominant action is Raise with 66 hands. Every hand in this range is played at full frequency, with no mixed strategies.
The Hijack bridges early and late position. You can widen slightly compared to UTG, adding some suited broadways and medium pairs that would be too risky from first position.
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 100bb 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, 40 suited hands, and 13 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.
compare_arrows Stack Depth Comparison
Compared to 50bb, this range is tighter by 2 hands (68 → 66 hands), reflecting increasing pressure to play only premium holdings at shorter stacks.
help Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Hijack opening range differ from UTG? expand_more
The HJ opens wider than UTG because there's one fewer player to act behind. At 100bb, the HJ range includes 66 hands (39.1%), adding medium suited connectors and weaker broadways compared to UTG.
Is the Hijack considered early or late position? expand_more
The Hijack is a middle position — tighter than the Cutoff and Button, but looser than UTG. It's the transition point where ranges start widening significantly in 6-max play.
What hands should I add to the HJ range against passive tables? expand_more
Against passive opponents who rarely 3-bet, consider adding suited Ax hands (A7s–A2s), suited one-gappers (T8s, 97s), and small pairs. Tighten back up if someone starts 3-betting you frequently.
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