TT vs KT: Preflop Equity & Odds
| Hand | Win | Tie | Equity |
|---|---|---|---|
| TT (Pocket Tens) | 66.0% | 2.1% | 67.0% |
| KT (King-Ten) | 31.9% | 2.1% | 33.0% |
Suited vs offsuit: KT
| Matchup | Win | Tie | Equity |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTs | 34.9% | 2.0% | 35.9% |
| KTo | 31.0% | 2.1% | 32.0% |
How TT vs KT unfolds by street
Pocket Tens (TT) is still ahead on 81% of flops against KT, and the lead survives to the turn on 75%. KT takes the lead on the other 19% of flops, almost always by flopping a set. These figures come from full board enumeration, not a simulation.
| Street | TT still ahead | KT flipped the lead |
|---|---|---|
| Flop | 81% | 19% |
| Turn | 75% | 25% |
TT vs KT mixes a pair with an overlapping overcard, so an out on each side is already in someone's hand. TT wins 66.0%, KT wins 31.9%, and 2.1% of boards chop. That blocking effect is why TT is a firmer 2.1-to-1 favorite than a straight pair-vs-two-overcards race.
Translate that into a decision and it's simple pot-odds math: counting split pots as half, TT carries 67.0% equity and KT 33.0%. Against a pot-sized shove you need about 33% to call and about 25% versus a half-pot bet — so KT is comfortably priced in to get it all-in here.
How you play TT vs KT depends on which side you hold. With TT you're not crushing, so keep the pot controllable and take the 66.0% edge to showdown when you can; with KT, your equity is enough to continue with initiative but thin enough that bloating the pot out of position is a trap.
TT vs KT FAQ
Who wins TT vs KT preflop?
TT (Pocket Tens) is the favorite, winning 66.0% of all runouts, while KT (King-Ten) wins 31.9%. The remaining 2.1% are split pots. Counting splits as half, TT's preflop equity is 67.0%.
How often does KT beat TT?
KT wins 31.9% of the time all-in preflop against TT — a genuine underdog, but with enough live outs (about 1 in 3) that the matchup is closer than the favorite would like.
Is TT vs KT a good spot to get all-in?
For TT, yes — a 67.0% favorite should happily commit, especially with fold equity. For KT at 33.0%, it depends on the price: enough to continue with initiative, but thin enough that stacking off out of position is usually a leak.
Does TT hold up against KT after the flop?
TT is still ahead on 81% of flops and stays ahead through the turn on 75% of boards; KT takes the lead on the other 19% of flops. These are exact figures from full board enumeration.
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