Definition
A donk bet is when the preflop caller leads into the preflop raiser on a postflop street.
Donk bet
Betting into the preflop aggressor from the caller’s position.
Key points
- Donk bets can deny equity and set prices on draw-heavy boards.
- They are most common on boards that favor the caller’s range.
- Sizing is critical: too small gives great odds; too large polarizes.
Common misconceptions
Myth
Donk betting is always bad.
Reality
It can be strategically sound on certain textures.
Myth
Donk bets are always bluffs.
Reality
They can be strong value hands too.