Author name: Jonathan Little

If you mention the word “poker” to most people, they immediately think of Texas Hold’em, but there are many different poker variations that fall under the umbrella of poker games.  In fact, there are dozens […]

Any two cards can win a hand of Texas Hold’em, but some poker hands simply don’t win often enough for you to consider them.  The worst poker hands on this list have very little potential […]

There are few worse feelings in poker than holding what you believe to be the best hand, only to be shown one of the few better hands, costing you a huge pot. In poker terms, […]

According to some reports, Badugi was first played in the 1980s and was invented in Canada under the name “Offsuit Lowball.” Since then, the game has become popular around the world, especially in the high-stakes […]

In the world of No Limit Texas Hold’em, success requires more than just understanding the rules of the game. It demands the ability to navigate an ever-shifting strategic landscape. Two of the most pivotal approaches […]

Check raising is one of the most powerful plays in the game of poker. In fact, many live poker rooms used to ban check raising in the past, as it was considered unethical and almost […]

Online 6-Max cash games present a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The accelerated pace means players see more hands per hour, requiring quicker and more precise decision-making. Additionally, the average skill level online tends […]

If you are new to poker, sitting down in your first game can be quite intimidating, as you are introduced to many different things simultaneously.  With so many things to track, including basic poker rules […]

Suited connectors are some of the most overplayed hands in poker, with many players often saying things like “I’d rather have 87s than AK” and playing their suited connectors as if they were the nuts.  […]

Pocket pairs are the strongest hand category in Texas Hold’em, as they give you a chance to start with a made hand, improve into monsters like sets and full houses, and have a significant equity […]

The game of Texas Hold’em requires a dealer. In casinos, a professional takes on this role, while in home games, players often take turns executing the role, or one person is given the responsibility for […]

Poker is a social game by definition. It always requires at least two people to play, but it can be a lot more fun with a bigger group of players.  The number of players in […]

Card counting is one of the most famous techniques card players use to gain an advantage in different games. While most commonly used in blackjack, it can also be applied in different games. When it […]

If you enjoy the thrill of live poker strategy, no place in the world can compare to Las Vegas in terms of the action you can find around the clock.  Whether you are looking to […]

The one thing that makes no limit poker so much more exciting than limit poker is the fact you can move all in and bet all your chips at any point in a hand. Announcing […]

Poker is a great game with many honorable players, but when there is a lot of money on the lie, it usually also attracts some fishy characters looking to bend the rules and take advantage […]

Other than poker hand rankings, the game of poker has changed in many ways over the years, and the introduction of bomb pots has been one of the more recent developments in poker.  Over the […]

Preflop play is arguably the most critical aspect of No Limit Texas Hold’em. It sets the tone for the entire hand and lays the groundwork for postflop decisions.  Game Theory Optimal (GTO) poker provides a […]

Just like poker rules, playing cards have changed and evolved greatly over the centuries, with different cultures around the world adopting different representations of popular cards and countless different decks created to play various card […]

Gutshot straight draws, also known as inside straight draws, are among the least valuable drawing hands in poker. Yet, they are also a lot more common than other draws and are high in the poker […]

While most poker players are focused on playing either poker tournaments or cash games, heads-up poker is often considered the purest game by the top professionals.  The term heads-up refers to a game played between […]