Chips Stacks in TournamentsWhen playing in a No Limit Hold’em poker tournament, it is important to keep an eye on your fellow players in order to absorb as much information as possible, which will help make your decisions easier. Paying attention to your rivals, the cards they play and their betting patterns is not the only useful source of information though.
Secrets of Playing Suited ConnectorsThere are many skills you need to develop if you want to progress from a beginning to an intermediate poker player. In this article we have a look at playing suited connectors, the correct use of which will help you win pots on a more consistent basis.
Guide To Ante Post Sports BettingIf you've ever heard the sports betting term "Ante Post" and wondered exactly what it meant, then look no further our guide to ante post betting.
Poker Patter 4The latest edition of “Poker Patter”, our guide to the ludicrous yet lavish language of the poker table, takes a look at the different types of tournament format on offer. So if you’ve ever been confused by a “cashout” or baffled by a “bounty”, read on.
Betfair 'Cash out' OptionIf you have ever seen a winning bet suddenly turn into a loser because of a late goal, you may have wished that there was a way you could take some profits before the final whistle. Well the advent of betting exchanges made it possible to trade 'in-play', and therefore lock in profits if the market moved in your favour. Now however, Betfair have gone one step further and simplified the process to just a couple of clicks. Read on to find out about their 'Cash Out' option.
Playing the Ace RagThe majority of novice poker players hold on to too many unprofitable hands, one of the most common being the “rag ace”. The exact definition of “rag ace” can be argued over, but essentially, it is an ace with a weak kicker, usually Ace-Ten or lower.
Moving from Hold'em to OmahaIf you’re bored of playing Texas Hold’em poker and are looking to try learning a different form of the game, Omaha might be an interesting place to start. Many players that are looking to broaden their poker horizons start out with Omaha as their first alternative to Hold’em, due to the similarity in structure, but don’t be fooled into thinking that the game requires similar tactics.
