From the beginning, poker has been considered a male-dominated game. Different stats show that 80-90% of all poker players are men, and when it comes to live events, the situation is even more daunting (only 3-4% of attendants are female). Why is this so? Let’s figure out the reasons for the gender imbalance and determine […]
Gambling activities have been firmly established in many Asian countries since ancient times: in India, they were even considered as a way of conflict resolution, while the early production of paper in China pushed the invention of cards. Today, Asia is the world’s biggest gambling region. This does not only provide great entertainment for local […]
Known worldwide for its sophisticated cultural background, China is also synonymous with the fame of these popular gambling games: pai gow and Chinese poker. In the Central Kingdom, these two touchstones of poker have steadily expanded all over the gambling world. It’s important to note that it’s the United States where the game of pai […]
Ever since becoming a key part of the gambling industry, sports betting has managed to accumulate thousands of prudent punters, who are all ready to place their bets on the basis of a rigorous statistical analysis. Over the past couple of decades, the enterprise has welcomed a vast number of players due to the possibility […]
This question is as old as gambling itself. Players have been pondering it since ancient times. Tons of books have been written, theories developed, and practices tested. On top of having fun and enjoying the experience, players have always wanted to succeed as well! And this is quite natural, as everybody who is starting off […]
Flopping top pair out of position isn’t as bad as flopping air out of position. But it can still be a lot more expensive if you’re not careful. Why? Remember: being out of position puts you at a huge disadvantage vis-a-vis your opponent, by forcing you to play the role of initiating, rather than reacting, […]
Not long ago, we looked at three questions you should ask yourself about your hand before you decide to bet on the river. Now we’re going to look at how you can get the most value out of your hand when you do decide to wager. Talking value better here, ladies and gentlemen! Once you […]
Given how intricate and complex the game of poker is, it’s no wonder that the game can sometimes be really stressful; for newcomers and skilled veterans alike! Sitting down at poker table with several ambitious rivals, who are all ready to win the game at all costs, undoubtedly takes a lot of courage and mental […]
In this article, we’re going to discuss what is sometimes known as the nuclear bomb of no-limit hold’em: moving all-in before the flop! No matter how much we try to avoid it, there just comes a time in almost every tournament when we find ourselves sitting on a short or (at least shortish) stack. While […]
Limping can be a very touchy subject for poker players. Some players like it, so they can see cheap flops; especially when they’re holding speculative hands, like suited connectors or small pairs. Other players believe you should never limp, because by limping, you’re inviting players into multi-way pots, and thus limiting your chances to win […]
