How to pick off bluffs on bad river cards in Texas Hold’em November 1, 2023 Pay attention to how your opponents bet to determine if they’re bluffing In Texas Hold’em, picking off bluffs on bad river cards requires a keen understanding of your opponent’s behavior, betting patterns and a strategic assessment of the community cards. The river is the final community card, and it often determines the strength of a
How to make your opponents think you’re bluffing in Texas Hold’em October 31, 2023 Bluffing a bluff can be more powerful than a simple bluff in poker Mastering the art of bluffing is a crucial skill in Texas Hold’em, and making your opponents believe you’re bluffing when you’re not can be a game-changer. There are certain strategies to use to keep your adversaries guessing. Establish a consistent betting pattern
Sunday Recap: Players cash in on big Venom schedule October 30, 2023 Sunday was so much more than just the final Day 1 of the $5 Million Venom PKO. We also hosted special events as well as our signature tourneys. Read our full Sunday Recap below. And don’t forget that the Venom PKO continues with Day 2 today, Day 3 tomorrow and the Final Table on Wednesday.
When you should fold AK preflop in Texas Hold’em October 30, 2023 A-K is a strong preflop hand, but it’s important to understand the table texture Deciding when to fold Ace-King (A-K) preflop in Texas Hold’em is a nuanced aspect of poker strategy that requires careful consideration of various factors. While A-K is a powerful starting hand, there are situations where folding might be the prudent move.
Play for an avalanche of cash with our early $30 Million Winter Online Super Series October 27, 2023 Jack Frost may not be nipping at your nose yet, but that doesn’t mean you need to wait to heat up your bankroll! At ACR Poker, we’re bringing the excitement of winter straight to you by launching the Winter Online Super Series (WOSS) from November 5th-27th, featuring a red-hot $30 Million GTD. Yes, we know
How to exploit opponents’ weaknesses in Pot-Limit Omaha October 27, 2023 Avoid falling into the trap of overvaluing your hand when playing PLO Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) is a dynamic and complex variant of poker, requiring a keen understanding of opponents’ tendencies to exploit their weaknesses effectively. To gain an edge in PLO, it’s crucial to observe and analyze your opponents’ playing styles and adjust your strategy
Last chance to qualify for the $5 Million Venom PKO October 27, 2023 We’ve reached the last weekend in October and it doesn’t get much better than this at ACR Poker! Not only do we have a Main Satellite in the Bahamas Bracelet Chase and Uruguay promotion this Sunday, October 29th, but we have the final Day 1 of the $5 Million Venom PKO. Day 1D of the
When and how to limp behind the preflop in Texas Hold’em October 26, 2023 Limping behind can be a great way to control the pot size in Texas Hold’em In Texas Hold’em poker, the decision of whether to “limp behind” pre-flop requires a nuanced understanding of the game dynamics and your position at the table. Limping behind refers to opting not to raise but instead just calling the big
How to play overpairs on wet flops in Texas Hold’em October 25, 2023 It pays to be flexible when playing overpairs, as a flush or straight could be lurking In Texas Hold’em, navigating overpairs on wet flops demands strategic finesse to capitalize on strong hands while managing the inherent risks of dynamic board textures. An “overpair” refers to a pocket pair higher than the community cards on the
How to bet to maximize value with a back door flush in Texas Hold’em October 24, 2023 Make sure to keep players in the hand to get the most out of the betting rounds Maximizing value with a backdoor flush in Texas Hold’em requires a combination of strategic patience, awareness and adaptability. A backdoor flush refers to the situation where a player initially lacks the necessary cards for a flush but catches
Sunday Recap: $5 Million Venom PKO gets off to a roaring start October 23, 2023 The $5 Million Venom PKO was the big story over the weekend at ACR Poker as we finished the first two of the four Day 1 options. There were also great Venom Special tourneys on the docket. Keep reading for more info in our October 22nd Sunday Recap. Bahamas Bracelet Chase We held our first
How to play a straight when the board pairs in Texas Hold’em October 23, 2023 A pair on the board can significantly change the dynamic of the hand In Texas Hold’em, playing a straight when the board pairs requires a strategic approach to maximize your chances of winning the pot. When the board pairs, it means that one of the community cards on the board is the same rank as