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Mike_25
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The matchup of pocket 22 versus AK offsuit is often debated at the poker table. 22 has a slight edge due to its higher starting hand strength, but AK still has more potential to improve into the best hand. AK will likely have more outs to improve to the nuts, so it has a bigger chance at a bigger payday. However, if the 22 holds up as played, it succeeds at a slightly higher rate. This heads-up scenario comes down to the specific cards on each flop, turn and river. Luck and skill are equally weighted, but there’s an advantage to that 22.