When it comes to check-raising, there are a few specific reasons for making this postflop move. Playing from out of position after flop is never desirable, but knowing when and how to employ the check-raise can help a lot.Įvery action in no-limit hold'em is made for a reason (or multiple reasons) - at least that is what should be the case. The check-raise is a powerful though not necessarily well understood move in no-limit hold'em.