Which pair is your favorite?

[JallaFFM]

What do you like to start with the most?

I love the snowmen 88

 

[Uncloggie]

This is my favorite pair
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Nice_Pair

 

[TeUnit]

AA is my favorite, but I have won my biggest hand with TT.

 

[infonazar]

What do you like to start with the most?

I like to start with a pair of aces, but it doesn't really matter what I like, it's better to take into account what the dealer likes to start with.

 

[Sparta77]

For me, A-A and K-K are the winners.

 

[Spielkind]

i love kk-in every Position

 

[Spielkind]

someties also 96 in every Position

 

[Poker Orifice]

probably one of my favorite pairs >>>

 

[85champ07]

QQ or KK are my favorite. AA is overrated and underpairs are too weak.

 

[Bhargav]

AA, KK & QQ. these 3 are equal for me. Generally I don't like pairs. Pairs are like a coin flip (win/lose). Zero playability.

 

[sibkaz]

AA

 

[dreamer13]

I love 9 9.A fairly strong made hand, capable of winning even at showdown without additional strengthening.

 

[Munchies11]

Pocket 4s all day !

 

[seiya1989]

22 is the best

 

[SPANKYSN]

My very first winning hand playing live Texas Holden was 77, so it is my sentimental favourite.

 

[BrunoFabri01]

I like to play with pair of 10s

 

[hardongear]

Not picking the obvious answer. I'm picking 99 cause I hit trips a lot with them and they usually to win me a huge pot.

Cheers!!!

 

[black and]

AA, KK, QQ.
The strongest pairs are, of course, my favourite.

 

[gloria_marga]

For some reason, I have completed more sets when my pocket pair is 88.

 

[63burner]

I have had good hands wsith 66, surprisingly enough. Have made the evil hand, 666, a few times, but I seem to make one-card straights , where the one card is a six.

 

[EiXT]

Mine is 10s, TT - I've cracked so many AAs/KKs with them. They're my lucky pair for sure 🥰

 

[billibooo]

Mine is 10s, TT - I've cracked so many AAs/KKs with them. They're my lucky pair for sure 🥰

100 postsss!!! GO GET YOUR PLATINUM status started Lady!!!


And 3s are my favourite, but because I love the number 3. I rarely play them lol 3s kind of suck

 

[burba]

AA, KK & QQ. these 3 are equal for me. Generally I don't like pairs. Pairs are like a coin flip (win/lose). Zero playability.

Pairs are one of the strongest starting hands in poker, and they give you a built-in advantage before the flop. While it's true that lower pairs can sometimes feel like a coin flip against overcards, the key is knowing how to play them in different situations rather than fearing variance.
Why You Should Love Pairs:

* Always Ahead of Unpaired Hands – Even pocket 2s have an edge over unpaired hands like AK.
* Set-Mining Potential – Flopping a set can lead to massive pots.
* Strong Preflop Shove Hands – Mid-to-high pairs are great for applying pressure.
* Control Over Hand Strength – Unlike drawing hands, you already know your strength from the start.
How to Play Pairs Differently:

Premium Pairs (AA, KK, QQ): Raise big, isolate weaker hands, and often commit post-flop.
Mid Pairs (99, TT, JJ): Aggressive in late position, cautious early, and strong for shoving with short stacks.
Small Pairs (22-88): Play for set value, especially deep-stacked, but be ready to fold if you miss.

Pairs aren’t just about flipping coins—they're powerful weapons when played correctly!

 

[odonob]

AA all daylong, but can be a cruel mistress often nonetheless!!

 

[orchidra]

Pocket tens for me. If one is clubs, then I'm almost bullet proof.