Posts Tagged ‘Live Poker’
What Is Showdown Value & Why Does It Matter?
Understanding showdown value is one key to becoming a winning poker player. It is a fundamental concept that shapes postflop strategy and in this article, I will do my best to explain what it means and why it’s important. Let’s dive in! What is Showdown Value? Showdown value refers to how often a certain hand…
Read MoreSuited Connectors: 5 Strategic Mistakes Poker Players Should Avoid
It can be tough to know when (and how) to play a suited connector in Texas Hold’em. If you neglect to consider important factors — such as stack sizes and your opponent’s tendencies — you will likely make a costly mistake with these hands. You’re about to read 5 tips that will help you understand…
Read More10 Quick Poker Strategy Tips That Will Help Your Game
10 Quick Poker Strategy Tips That Will Help Your Game If you’re looking for easy to remember and quick poker tips that will help you win at No Limit Hold’em, you’re in luck! Today we’ve compiled 10 tactics and strategies that will make you a more confident and profitable poker player. Now, this list won’t…
Read MorePhil Ivey Plays $248,000 Pot vs Eric Persson (Analysis)
Let’s take a look at a big pot that features a very interesting play by Phil Ivey. His opponent in the hand is poker enthusiast and casino owner Eric Persson. This took place on a Hustler Casino Live show last year. The blinds were $200/$400/$800/$1,600 with a $400 Big Blind ante. The effective stack between…
Read MoreChecking Flop With Top Pair: When Should You Do It?
If you continuation bet every time you hit top pair on the flop, you make yourself easy to play against. Every top player knows that there are certain situations in which you must check top pair (at least some of the time) in order to protect your checking range. Examples of such situations are the…
Read MoreHow to Play Six-Four Suited in Cash Games
Six-Four suited (64-suited) is a good-looking hand, but most people don’t play it correctly. In this guide, I’ll help you eliminate the most frequent mistakes that I see players make with 64-suited. Here’s what I’m about to cover: How to play 64-suited in all the common preflop situations 3 tips for playing 64-suited when you…
Read MoreHow to Play Seven-Five Suited in Cash Games
Getting dealt Seven-Five suited (75-suited) makes me feel like a pirate. ARGH, I’m about to steal that pot of gold in the middle. But to play this hand profitably, you must be smart about it. You can’t try to steal the pot every time you’re dealt this suited gapper. This quick guide to playing 75-suited…
Read More3 Tips For Playing Paired Boards (via Lucid Poker)
Paired boards are interesting as they present unique characteristics that may throw off even seasoned players. This article delves into the essential concepts for navigating paired boards effectively. We’ll explore how to assess relative hand strength and recognize situations ripe for controlled aggression or cautious restraint. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a dedicated learner,…
Read MoreHow to Play Combo Draws in Cash Games
Combo draws are super strong hands, especially on the flop… …but their value can obviously change drastically by the time you reach the river. You may end up with a strong five-card hand, a total airball, or something in between (like one pair). To help you navigate this dynamic, this article covers how to play…
Read MorePoker Pro Plays 24 Hour Poker Session (Here’s What Happened)
Poker pro and Upswing Lab cash games coach Gary Blackwood recently embarked on a new challenge: playing and vlogging a 24-hour poker session. He showed up at the Aria and hopped in a cash game at 8PM. It ended up being a roller coaster 24 hours for the Scot. You can watch what happened just…
Read MoreIs This The Best Play Of 2024? ($53,890 All-In Analysis)
The hand featured in today’s article took the poker world by storm, and you’re about to find out why! It took place on a $50/$100/$200 ($100 ante) stream at Lodge Card Club between Yoochan and Chris with an effective stack of $57,000 (300 straddles deep). Without any further ado, let’s dive into the recap and…
Read More3 Tips For Playing Sets to Help You Get Max Value (via Lucid Poker)
There’s no doubt about it: Flopping a set is one of the most profitable scenarios in poker. However, the way you play these flopped sets can significantly affect your overall profitability. In this article, I am going to share 3 essential tips for playing your flopped sets effectively. I used the Lucid Poker Trainer to…
Read MoreBONKERS Bluff With $992,500 On The Line (Analysis of PokerGO’s Record-Breaking Pot)
Let’s take a look at what was once the biggest pot in PokerGO history. This hand comes from Rob Yong’s Home Game streamed on PokerGO and features Rick Salomon and Lazaro Hernandez colliding in a $992,500 pot. The game is played at nosebleed stakes, with blinds set at $1,000/$2,000 with a $4,000 straddle. Hernandez is…
Read MoreHow to Play Ace-Jack Suited in Cash Games
Ace-Jack suited is one of the strongest hands you can get dealt in No Limit Hold’em. You should expect to win a good amount of money with it (on average). There are, however, some fundamental mistakes that you should avoid when holding this powerful suited Ace. In this article, I will break down how to…
Read MoreHow to Play Nine-Eight Suited In Cash Games
Nine-Eight suited, like other suited connectors, is a fun hand to get dealt. So many possibilities! However, some nuances make Nine-Eight suited different from other suited connectors. I’m going to help you play this hand more like a pro. Here’s what I’ll cover in this article: How to play 98-suited in common preflop situations 3…
Read MoreHow to Play Big Pocket Pairs in Cash Games
Big pocket pairs will usually be your biggest money makers… …but, as you probably know all too well, they can also cost you an entire chip stack. To help you get max value and avoid costly mistakes, you’re about to learn some key tips for playing the three biggest pocket pairs in No Limit Hold’em.…
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