Tips for implementing effective bluffing strategies after the flop May 14, 2024 Your post-flop strategy in Texas Hold’em will play a huge role in how the hand progresses Bluffing is a crucial skill to have in poker, especially after the flop when the community cards are revealed. Implementing effective bluffing strategies after the flop in Texas Hold’em can help you deceive your opponents and win pots even with weaker hands. Here are
Sunday Recap: $40 Million OSS XL continues in a big way May 13, 2024 Our $40 Million OSS XL continued in a big way this past weekend with two $750,000 GTD tourneys and a lot more. Read all about it in our May 12th Sunday Recap. Don’t forget that this extra large version of our flagship tourney series runs through Monday, May 27th. There are five OSS XL events
How to calculate pot odds when playing rag hands in Texas Hold’em May 13, 2024 There’s a lot more to consider when dealt a weak hand in Texas Hold’em In Texas Hold’em, pot odds are an essential concept that every player must understand to make informed decisions at the poker table. Calculating pot odds helps determine whether it’s profitable to continue playing a hand based on the potential payout relative
The $40 Million OSS XL continues with big weekend tournaments May 10, 2024 In case you missed it, the chips are flying and the cards are in play. Yes, the OSS XL officially launched this past Sunday and this extra-large version (over $40 Million GTD) of our flagship tournament series continues through Monday May 27th. But don’t keep hitting the snooze button, as we’ve got lots of big
Secrets to successful post-flop play in PLO tournaments May 10, 2024 Make sure you have a good grasp on hand equities before getting into Pot-Limit Omaha Post-flop play in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments is a critical factor in determining a player’s success. It requires careful analysis, strategic thinking and the ability to make well-informed decisions. Here are some secrets to successful post-flop play in PLO tournaments: In PLO, hand equities run much closer
Draft Your Fantasy Dream Team and Conquer Vegas from Home May 9, 2024 The hottest poker series of the summer is just weeks away, but you don’t have to deal with the desert heat to cash in. In fact, this year you won’t have to play a single hand thanks to our inaugural Fantasy Poker League: Vegas promo. If you’re anything like us, the exhilaration of fantasy sports
Advanced post-flop strategies for floats, probe bets and double-barreling May 9, 2024 These three poker strategies can help you quickly gain an edge against other players In poker, advanced players often employ various post-flop strategies to exploit their opponents and maximize their profits. Three such strategies are floats, probe bets and double-barreling. Firstly, a float is a play where you call a bet on the flop with the intention of bluffing on a later street. This move
Strategies for playing against tight opponents in Pot-Limit Hold ’em May 8, 2024 Prepare to play aggressively and bluff often against tight players When it comes to playing against tight opponents in Pot-Limit Hold ’em, it’s crucial to adjust your strategies to exploit their tendencies. Tight players are known for playing fewer hands and being more selective with their starting hands, which can present both challenges and opportunities. One effective strategy is
The art of bluffing in Texas Hold’em tournaments May 7, 2024 Successful bluffing is a true art that can be mastered with practice The art of bluffing in Texas Hold’em tournaments is considered by many to be a crucial skill that can make or break a player’s success. It is a strategic technique used to deceive opponents into folding their hands, even when you have weak cards, ultimately
Sunday Recap: Spectacular start to $40 Million OSS XL May 6, 2024 Yesterday we kicked off our $40 Million OSS XL with plenty of big action. If you didn’t take part in the supersized version of our flagship tournament series, then see what you missed in our May 5th Sunday Recap. $300,000 GTD PKO – OSS #13M 1,498 entrants played in Sunday’s $300K GTD PKO tourney. When
Interview with $12.5 Million GTD Venom winner, Dominik Nitsche May 6, 2024 Our record-setting $12.5 Million GTD Venom ended last week and four-time WSOP bracelet winner Dominik ‘Texxassss’ Nitsche emerged as the champion in exciting fashion. We wrote a tourney recap article last week and today we delve into Nitsche’s win in an exclusive interview. We’re exploring the highlights and memorable moments of the largest win ($1,818,040)
Tips for playing rag hands when you’re first to act pre-flop in Texas Hold’em May 6, 2024 Having a weak hand doesn’t necessarily mean you should fold, but approach with caution When you find yourself in a situation where you have a rag hand (a weak starting hand) in Texas Hold’em and you’re the first to act pre-flop, it can be challenging to know the best course of action. However, with proper strategy and a few tips, you can