Poker Strategy: Cash Games 143030
When the value of your chips actually means something. 126d28
Tournaments may get all the TV time, but experienced poker pros know that cash games are where the steady money flows. Especially when deep stacked, cash game poker features subtle intricacies that just don’t come into play when you have only 20 big blinds or fewer. Whether you like six-max or nine-handed tables, you’ll find articles below to help you with your strategy. Learn all about putting your opponent on a range, bet sizing, bluffing, value betting, and the other considerations that today’s top players are familiar with. Our focus is on No Limit Texas Hold’em poker because it’s the most popular format, but we have articles on other poker variants too. Every improvement you make in your cash game strategy will reap rewards today and for the rest of your playing career, so don’t hesitate to improve your knowledge with the assistance of FTR.
Getting Off the Bottom 6p3a6x
insights on transitioning from being a novice micro-stakes player to a consistent winner
The Basic Concepts that Drive Continuation Betting h1x43
When it comes to continuation betting, your table position and the strength of your hole cards are even more important than the flop itself. By carefully considering these two factors in the context of how your opponent plays, you’ll be able to determine when you should make a continuation bet.
ISF – Five Rules To Beating Low Stakes 2m1v39
ISF's five rules for beating low-stakes poker games, emphasizing the importance of playing tight preflop, avoiding loose play out of position, opting to bet rather than check when planning to call, being straightforward with strong hands, and ensuring you're at a table with at least three weak players to maximize profitability
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything 3y313i
the distinction between equity and expected value in poker, emphasizing the importance of understanding how equity changes over the course of a hand and how future betting can impact overall expected value
Blind Stealing 101 n3443
highlights the underutilization of blind stealing and defense strategies by many poker players
Cbets, HUD Reads and Problem Solving 435k68
It's possible to apply classic decision-making processes to poker games. For example, by understanding your c-betting leaks, coming up with a plan to fix them, implementing that plan and observing the results, you can make drastic improvements in your c-betting game.Leading the Flop and the Relationships to Continuation Betting 2q43l
the strategy of leading the flop when not being the pre-flop aggressor, emphasizing the similarities with continuation betting, the importance of positional awareness, and how players often react sub-optimally to flop leads
Beating Small-Stakes Cash Games 4476a
challenges and misconceptions faced by skilled players when playing at lower stakes, emphasizing the importance of adjusting one's strategy, avoiding over-bluffing, and recognizing that advanced poker knowledge can sometimes be a hindrance in games where straightforward play is more effective against weaker opponent
Being Three Bet by Aggressive Players 2p376i
the challenges faced by poker players when confronted with aggressive three-betting, offering strategies such as four-betting, adjusting opening ranges, calling in position, and check-raising the flop to counteract blind LAGs (Loose Aggressive Players)
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 1: Draws in Your Range 575a4l
In order to become a top No Limit Hold'em player, you need to learn to consider how different flops affect the equity of your range and your opponent's range. It turns out that adding draws to a range on the flop doesn't drastically lower that ranges equity.
Online vs. Live Poker 666z3o
key differences between playing poker online and in live settings, highlighting that online games are generally tougher due to lower entry stakes, while live games offer a more diverse range of player types and behaviors, requiring different strategies and adjustments for each environment
No Limit 2-7 Single Draw Strategy (Part 4): Pre-Draw Overview 2s4255
By using the shortcuts we have developed over the course of this series, it's not all that difficult to figure out what percentage of hands you're playing in any given situation.
Texas Holdem Poker Hands Position (Full Ring) 3e3z11
Depending on your position, your poker hands order will change; this is especially true when the table is full. The later you are to act, the more liberal you can be with the order of the hands you choose to play. The closer you are to being first to act, the more conservative you’ll need to be.
Expanding Your Pre Flop Range 2a6sv
strategies of broadening one's pre-flop hand selection in poker, emphasizing the significance of positional awareness, understanding opponents' tendencies, and choosing hands that allow aggressive playHow to Make Actual Adjustments While Playing 171216
Talking about making adjustments to your play is easier than actually making them at the table. Read through this example of how to make an adjustment to learn how to pull them off when you’re playing. Studying examples of successful adjustments will help you learn to execute them under pressure.
The Best Time to Bluff 6e2a36
Ever wonder what differentiates good bluffs from bad ones? This article explains the conditions that are the most ideal for you to pull off a bluff and the situations in which you’re least likely to succeed at bluffing. Your playing image and other factors determine when bluffing is a wise move.
No-Limit 2-7 Single Draw Strategy (Part 2): Pat Hand Combinations 6x641t
Hand combinations for no-limit 2-7 single draw are much more complicated than hold'em, but they can be made relatively easy with this method.
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 3: Hitting the Flop 6b3df
how equities change throughout a hand, the impact of flop texture, and the advantages of having draws on different board types
The General Theory Behind Inducing Bluffs in Poker 5d1p6i
Most people don't understand the relationship between inducing bluffs and value betting in the game of poker.Three Barrelling Bad Regs 5k2v2x
the strategy of three-barrelling against bad regular players, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the lead in the hand and highlighting that many players at the NL50 level will play two streets post-flop but rarely three
Going After Multi Tablers 1f1v42
the strategic implications of multi-tabling in poker, emphasizing that while multi-tabling can increase a player's earnings per hour, it also makes them more vulnerable to solid single-table players who can exploit the reduced attention and default strategies of multi-tablers
About Pot Odds and Implied Odds When Playing Draws 4183e
the importance of understanding both pot odds and implied odds in poker, particularly when playing draws, and explains how to make profitable decisions based on these odds
Pointers for Micro Stakes No Limit Holdem 4u5069
guidance for newcomers to micro-stakes No Limit Hold'em, emphasizing the importance of consistent bet sizing, managing expectations, understanding the long-term nature of poker, and the significance of sample size when analyzing gameplay statistics
Texas Hold em Poker Hands Position (6 Max) 371o6f
how to adjust one's poker hand strategy based on table position in 6-max Texas Hold'em games, emphasizing the significance of position in decision-making, and offering specific hand ranges to play from various positionsShould You Always Use Pot Control? 4v6131
the concept of pot control in poker, highlighting that while it can be a useful strategy to manage the pot size, it's essential to recognize situations where pot control might be counterproductiveMicrostakes Grinding 6h28
the significance of starting with the lowest stakes in online poker, known as "Microstakes", and emphasizes the importance of bankroll management, choosing the right poker sites, adopting a basic strategy with a tight pre-flop hand range, and the value of post-flop play
Raising Behind Limpers 211b2
the strategic advantages of raising after one or more players have limped into the pot, particularly in late position, highlighting the importance of position, initiative, and exploiting opponent tendenciesMaking Our Strategies More Robust and Avoiding Auto-Pilot a174k
You shouldn't play the same way against all opponents. By considering how strong or weak you want your ranges to be in certain poker situations, you can get the best of your adversaries. Learn how to modify your default ranges for increased profits.The Process of Learning in Poker 48621j
Because there is no set way to study poker and the game’s variance makes it difficult to measure your progress, learning more about poker can be frustrating. But if you examine a single element of the game in multiple hands, you will accelerate your learning process and avoid becoming overwhelmed.Poker Starting Hands with Deep Stacks 4om6l
Deciding what range of hole cards you’re going to play depends largely on your stack size. If your stack equals 60BB or less, you should aim to hit big pairs. If it’s between 60BB-150BB, you can play suited connectors and gappers. Above 150BB, you can play cards with flush or straight potential.Exploring Open-Limping Pre-flop 6wk3o
We want to take a deeper look at open-limping pre-flop to see if it's really as bad as its reputation in no-limit hold'em.Playing Small Pairs in NL Full Ring 2k2x18
the challenges and strategies of playing small pocket pairs in full-ring no-limit hold'em games
Exploiting Your Image 116f6j
the importance of self-awareness in poker, emphasizing how players' perceptions of you can be manipulated to your advantage, whether you've been playing aggressively or conservatively
Online Poker Tells – Online Timing Tells w2b4p
By carefully observing the speed with which your opponents act at the poker tables, you can often glean valuable information about the strength of their hands. Perhaps more importantly, you should always attempt to prevent your opponents from gaining any such information about your hands.
6 Max Starting Hands 35284a
optimal starting hands for 6-max poker games, emphasizing the flexibility and looser requirements compared to full-ring games, and categorizes hands into groups based on their strength and playability
Value Betting Dilemma 4i2m6j
the complexities of value betting in poker, presenting specific hand examples and discussing the challenges of determining when to bet for value, especially against skilled opponentsDeveloping a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 4: The Basics of the Turn 651r5y
the intricacies of understanding equities during the turn phase in No-Limit Hold'em, emphasizing the importance of intuition, observation, and strategic adjustments based on the turn card, while also providing examples to illustrate how different turn cards can impact a player's equity in the hand
ISF’s Heads Up Cash Game Strategies 1y6k14
When playing heads-up No Limit Hold'em poker, you need to modify the strategies that you would use at larger tables. to focus on every hand and adjust to the specific player you're up against, because every hand you play will be against him or her.
The biggest leak among .5/1 and 1/2 grinders 3y6y1h
the importance of the "bet/fold" strategy in poker, emphasizing that low stakes players can significantly improve their game by understanding and implementing this concept, as it allows them to take control of the hand and avoid difficult decisions on later streets
Rules for Table Selection 2d2cv
strategies for choosing the most profitable poker tables, emphasizing the importance of sitting with less skilled players to your right and tight players to your left, as well as the value of leaving a table that becomes unfavorable
No Limit Betting 50363m
guidelines for betting in No Limit Texas Hold'em, focusing on how to handle Top Pair Top Kicker (TPTK) and overpairs by betting half to 2/3 of the pot, and advises that if you're raised, you're likely beaten and should fold unless you have a strong redraw
Playing in Tough Limit Holdem Games 3f7321
challenges faced by low stakes limit Hold'em players as they progress to higher stakes, emphasizing the increasing aggression and skill levels of opponents, the diminishing value in middle limits, and the need for strategic adjustmentsContinuation Betting in NL Hold’em tl4h
An easily digestible explanation of continuation betting in No Limit Texam Hold’em. This article demonstrates which hands are ideal for c-bets, which aren’t and how, when and against whom a c-bet should be used to maximize winnings. It also explains how much you should bet in certain situations.
No-Limit 2-7 Single Draw Strategy (Part 5): Post-Draw With Draws 4131x
Check out all of the factors that go into post-draw play with drawing hands and how they affect range distributions.
Theory Read – River Check/Raise 5p6ie
in-depth discussion from the High Stakes forum about the strategy and considerations behind river check/raises, including factors to consider when deciding to make a river check/raise with nut hands or as a bluff, and showcases several hand examples to illustrate the concepts
Adjusting to Different Buy-in Levels 434b47
the differences in strategy required for playing at varying buy-in levels, from 20-50bb to 100-250bb, and the impact of antes on gameplayUsing Pot Control or Not 1c635w
the strategy of pot control in poker, highlighting the balance between extracting value from strong hands and managing the pot size, the challenges of pot control against skilled players, and the importance of balancing bluffs with value bets to avoid being too predictable
The Delicate Nature of Pot Odds and Implied Odds 4k4h5r
We have the three major weaknesses that players have when dealing with pot odds and implied odds, but we'll also show you how to correct them.An Introduction to Abstract Thought in Poker (Part 2) 2l6k2g
Being able to think a little abstractly about the learning process in poker will help you to see the big picture instead of being stuck in the short term.
Implied Odds Plays at 25NL and Below 424df
nuances of playing at lower stakes no-limit games, specifically 25NL and below, emphasizing that bluffing is less effective at these levels and that a focus on pot odds and implied odds, along with value betting, is more profitable
No-Limit 2-7 Single Draw Strategy (Part 3): Draw Combos 6v2i48
Finding the number of ways to be dealt draw hands in 2-7 single draw is a bit more complicated than pat hands, but it's not too bad.
Poker Hands Order | Poker Hands for Omaha Hi/Lo 22p6x
Limit Omaha Hi/Lo has become popular due to its prevalence not only at dedicated Omaha Hi/Lo tables, but also in mixed games like HORSE. Half the pot is awarded at showdown to the high hand, and half is awarded to the best qualifying low hand.
Bluffing on the flop in low-stakes limit 4n2l
strategy of bluffing on the flop in low-stakes limit poker games, emphasizing the importance of precise bluffing in heads-up and three-way situations, particularly in un-raised pots, to maximize profitability
No-Limit 2-7 Single Draw Strategy (Part 1): The Basics 32l1j
If you like game theory or just learning to read opponents well, then no-limit 2-7 single draw is a game that you will absolutely love.