Responding to 2NT

Playing matchpoints. You are vulnerable and the Opponents are not.

Here is your hand:
♠J743
♥Q4
♦J85
♣Q652

Partner is Dealer and opens the bidding 2NT. The Opponents are silent during the auction. What is your call?

Show Answer

Do you play Stayman? If you do then your bid is 3♣. Ask Partner if they have a four card major. You will uncover your eight card ♠ fit.

Both Stayman and Jacoby Transfers are on after a 1NT bid, a 2NT bid and a 2♣ bid followed by a 2NT bid.