Archive for November, 2007

Ivey the poker player -> Ivey the underwear model

Friday, November 30th, 2007

This is the most exciting poker news I have read all week. Professional poker player Phil Ivey is according to Blog-Tique the new underwear model for a big name in high end men’s underwear.
I can imagine Phil having a decent physique — but still, are poker players going to be underwear models from now on? […]


Pocket Pairs Preflop in No Limit Hold’em

Friday, November 30th, 2007

Being dealt a pocket pair can feel like a strong hand but they can lead you down a troubled road if not played correctly. The best advice is to play the top ones strongly but be prepared to let any pair go if things do not flop your way. Whilst pocket pairs have strong […]


Betting pre-flop: Weeding out the weak

Friday, November 30th, 2007

Why bet at all preflop. I mean if you can get in cheap. Sure that is better than voluntarily putting money into the pot? Yes and no. If you are holding an iffy hand like a pair of 10s at a full table the way you bet could mean the difference […]


Starting Hands in No Limit Hold’em - Position is Everything

Thursday, November 29th, 2007

Like many things in life position is a huge advantage a in Texas Hold’em. Although unlike life you generally don’t want to be front of the queue. If you are the first player to act you will have to do so without seeing what every body else is doing first.
In poker your position […]