Category: cash games

Bizarre Multiway Pot Between 3 High Stakes Regs ($28,350 Pot Analysis)

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Nosebleed online poker has been active in 2021. We’ve been tracking some of the craziest hands, as you can see with our first, second and third installments of this four-part series on the craziest cash game hands of 2021. The final hand of this series is a particularly weird one (definitely not solver approved) between […]

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High Stakes Reg Pulls the Trigger on 443 Big Blind Bluff (DEX88 vs uwintakeit Analysis)

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Have you been following our four-part article series that analyzes some of the craziest nosebleed stakes from early 2021? (If you haven’t, check out parts one and two.) This is part three, in which we will take a look at some super deep stack play that resulted in an enormous 890 big blind pot! Let’s […]

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3 River Bluffing Tips That Will Help You Smash Cash Games

Posted on April 6, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Bluffing is the most fun part of poker for some people. For others, it’s the most terrifying part. On the river, when the pot is at its biggest, it can be especially hard to pull the trigger. But you can’t let the fear of getting called deter you from bluffing the river altogether. In order […]

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More Than 110,000 Hot Tables Triggered Since Launch

Posted on April 6, 2021 by PartyPoker Blog

We only launched Hot Tables on March 11 but they have already hit a major milestone. More than 110,000 Hot Tables have triggered since their launch, and the number just keeps on growing. Hot Tables are rewarding an increasing number of our cash game players. Half of our cash game players see at least one […]

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How to Play Flopped Two Pair in Cash Games

Posted on April 2, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Finally! You’ve flopped that two pair you’ve been waiting for. You’re already smiling inside, thinking how you’re gonna scoop this pot. But what should you do to win the biggest possible pot? That’s what I’m going to cover in this article because, as you’ll see, it’s not always best to play two pair fast. Not […]

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More Than 80,000 Hot Tables Triggered!

Posted on March 29, 2021 by PartyPoker Blog

More than 80,000 Hot Tables, 83,000 to be exact, have triggered since their launch on March 11, that’s an average of more than 4,600 each and every day! How many Hot Tables have you been seated at? Fifty per cent of cash game and fastforward players have been seated at a Hot Table since their […]

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How Would You Play This 6♦ 5♦? (Pro Analysis)

Posted on March 26, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Have you ever asked yourself something like… Would a top-level pro have played this hand the same way I just did? If you’re like most people, you probably have. Whenever an Upswing Lab member finds themself in a pickle, our Upswing Poker Engage Facebook group is there with like-minded people to help them find the […]

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Why Was This Pot So Small? (Limitless vs Stefan11222 Analysis)

Posted on March 23, 2021 by Upswing Poker

2021 has had some intense high stakes action. This is the second installment of an article series covering the craziest hands since the year began (see part 1 here). Today we’re going to look at another nosebleed hand that took place at the “modest” stake of $50/$100. It’s from a heads-up battle between two high-stakes […]

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Hot Tables Challenge: Staples Brothers Lock Horns

Posted on March 23, 2021 by PartyPoker Blog

There are few bonds in this world that are as strong as those shared by two brothers. Brotherly love goes out of the window from 21:00 on March 24 when Jaime and Matt Staples fight it out in our Hot Tables Challenge. The Staples brothers are better known for grinding our Daily Legends tournaments, but […]

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How to Print Money on Paired Flops as the Preflop Raiser

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Playing well on paired boards is crucial in order to maximize your win-rate. To help with this, cash game pro Fried ‘mynameiskarl’ Meulders launched a learning module in the Upswing Lab course, focusing on how to play paired flops. In this article, you will learn some of the basic principles from this new lesson. I […]

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27,000 Hot Tables Triggered in the Five Days Since Launch!

Posted on March 17, 2021 by PartyPoker Blog

Remember how we said our new Hot tables would benefit more of our cash game players than the daily leaderboards promotion? We may have slightly underestimated how wide a reach Hot Tables would have because 27,000 such tables have been triggered in the first five days since their launch! Hot Tables have triggered a staggering […]

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This is When (And Why) World-Class Players Overbet the Turn

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Upswing Poker

I think we can all agree there isn’t anything sexier in poker than a big overbet. (If there is, let me know what in the comments below.) From the early days of high stakes online poker, the overbet was first popularized by online legends like Tom Dwan and Dan “Jungleman” Cates. The strategy behind overbetting […]

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Win Up To $500 Extra At Our Exciting Hot Tables

Posted on March 11, 2021 by PartyPoker Blog

No-Limit Hold’em and Pot-Limit Omaha cash and fastforward games are about to get a whole lot more exciting with the introduction of Hot Tables. Hot Tables launch on March 11 and see partypoker players win cash prizes worth up to $500 on top of the pot their get their hands on. There is no need […]

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Doug Polk Flops a Straight vs Phil Hellmuth — And Lays It Down?!

Posted on March 9, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Last week, Doug Polk was the talk of the poker world for making a massive fold in his debut on High Stakes Poker on PokerGo. Squaring off against the legendary Phil Hellmuth, Polk mucked the second nut straight on the flop — a play that many players wouldn’t even consider. The Hand Blinds: $200/$400 Big […]

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The Craziest High Stakes Online Poker Hands of 2021: Part One

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Upswing Poker

There has been some crazy high-stakes action since the beginning of 2021. No Limit Hold’em end-bosses have been throwing money around, trying to prove who reigns supreme on the felt. And many of these crazy hands have been anything but “standard.” Because relatively few people have seen these hands, we’re going over the wildest ones […]

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What Is Equity Distribution & Why Does It Matter?

Posted on February 23, 2021 by Upswing Poker

There’s no doubt about it: Poker has gotten tougher over the years. There are many concepts that shape modern strategy that were unheard of during the height of the poker boom. One of those concepts is equity distribution. If you want to play (close to) optimal poker in certain scenarios, understanding equity distribution is crucial. […]

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How Being Scared Money Can Cost You Big Money (Hand Analysis)

Posted on February 16, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Have you ever been scared money? It can do funny things to you. Some players adjust too aggressively and fire out loose 3-bets and 4-bets, afraid to trust their postflop skills. Others get too timid and look for reasons not to put chips in the pot. One way a person can be scared money is […]

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How to Play Flopped QUADS (And Other Ultra Strong Hands)

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Upswing Poker

The flop comes… and you SMASH it — you’ve got the mothereffin’ nuts! Flopping hands like quads and boats doesn’t happen particularly often. But when it does, you should try to make the most of it by extracting as much money as possible. This article will help you do that. Let’s dive in straight away. […]

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10 Baddest (& Biggest) Beats from Polk vs Negreanu at $200/$400

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Luck was a big topic of conversation in the Doug Polk vs. Daniel Negreanu Grudge Match. Through different points of the challenge, both players felt that they were been victim to worse luck. Today’s article will look at 10 bad beats that went for $108,389.96+. Before you get worked up at the order or contents […]

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How to Play Ace-Five Suited in Cash Games (Preflop Advice & 6 Postflop Tips)

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Ace-Five suited (A5s) is a powerful hand that has generated a lot of conversation in the past few years. If you’ve ever looked at preflop ranges, you’ve likely noticed that A5s gets included in a lot of different ranges, even when some higher suited aces are not. That’s really no surprise given it’s powerful properties: […]

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The Range C-Bet: 10 Spots to Continuation Bet 100% of the Time

Posted on February 2, 2021February 9, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Poker strategy changes a lot over time. Before the poker boom, people generally played too passively. Then there was an over-correction by some players, who would continuation bet (c-bet) almost 100% on every flop. This is known by some as a “range c-bet” (shorthand for “c-betting with range”). While c-betting 100% in every situation is […]

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The 10 Biggest Bluffs from Polk vs Negreanu at $200/$400

Posted on January 29, 2021 by Upswing Poker

The Doug Polk vs Daniel Negreanu Grudge Match has exceeded expectations across the board. With the whole poker world watching, the two poker titans have battled for 19,922 hands of the 25,000 hand challenge. Doug currently leads by $701,948, but there’s no telling how the final sessions will go down. For today’s article, we’re going […]

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The 100 Most Valuable Poker Strategy Articles for 2021

Posted on January 26, 2021January 27, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Hopefully you’ve taken advantage of all the great strategy content that’s available here at Upswing. But in case you’ve missed something, or want to double back and reinforce what you’ve learned, we’ve compiled our top strategy articles. Each of them falls under one of the following categories (click to jump to that section): General poker […]

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How to Play a Flopped Straight in Cash Games (4+ Unique Spots)

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Boy, oh boy — you flopped a straight! All you can think about is Vegas and the fuckin’ Mirage. But before counting your opponent’s stack, you have some decisions to make. How do you extract max value from your opponent now? In this article, we’ll go over four preflop scenarios (and two “sub-situations”) and cover […]

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How to Play Ace-Ten Suited in Cash Games (Preflop Advice & Postflop Tips)

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Upswing Poker

What goes through your mind when you look down at Ace-Ten suited? Some people love it, some people hate it, but there’s not doubt that Ace-Ten suited is a hand you can win a lot of money with. In this article, I will be covering how to play it in various preflop situations and also […]

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Doug Polk vs Daniel Negreanu at $200/$400: Two Live Bluffs Analyzed

Posted on January 11, 2021 by Upswing Poker

If you haven’t been following the Doug Polk vs Daniel Negreanu Heads Up Grudge Match, you’ve been missing out. Doug jumped out to a lead of almost a million, but Daniel has since cut the deficit to just under $500,000. The match has already provided amazing entertainment value to those following the action. But on […]

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Win Up To Five Daily Prizes in the New Year Rush Promotional

Posted on January 11, 2021 by PartyPoker Blog

The New Year is here (we say good riddance to 2020!) and what better way to welcome it in than by a new promotion brimming with value? That’s what the New Year Rush promotion is all about, giving added value to you, our players. New Year Rush begins on January 11 and runs for the […]

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5 Paired Board Tips to Help You Win More Chips

Posted on January 7, 2021 by Upswing Poker

Paired flops can be quite tricky to play. All paired boards are different, but there are some general tendencies that you can follow. In this article, I will share 5 tips for playing paired flops. Given that this is one of the most frequent types of flop (roughly 17% of flops are paired), these tips may […]

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How to Play Strong Hands in a 3-Bet Pots (Hand Examples)

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Upswing Poker

If you want to crush poker in 2021, you need to be an expert in 3-bet pots. Which is why for today’s article, we’re going to be reviewing a few hands from a recent 500NL Zoom session played by cash game pro and Upswing Lab coach Fried ‘mynameiskarl’ Meulders. The focus of this review is […]

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How A Beastly Pro Approaches Micro Stakes Games (Hand Analysis)

Posted on December 21, 2020 by Upswing Poker

When it comes to the big blind, size does matter. People at different stakes play differently. Because of this, we thought it would be great to bring you some insight into how a higher stakes professional — used to all of those theoretically advanced poker shenanigans — approaches a game like the good ol’ $0.25/$0.50 […]

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How to Play Pocket Nines in Cash Games (Preflop Advice & Postflop Tips)

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Middling pairs like pocket nines are among the most difficult-to-play starting hands in No-Limit Hold’em. Of course, even many beginners know that when you flop a set with a hand like nines you should usually be looking to put as many chips into the pot as possible… …but since you will only flop a set […]

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The Most Unbelievable $135,657 Pot in Poker History (Berri Sweet vs LLinusLLove Analysis)

Posted on December 7, 2020 by Upswing Poker

While the poker world has been zoned in on the Doug Polk vs Daniel Negreanu grudge match, another high stakes match has been brewing over on PokerStars. Two poker end-bosses — Berri Sweet and LLinusLLove — have been battling it out in both No Limit Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha. Sweet is a PLO crusher […]

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How to Play Flopped Sets in 8 Common Situations

Posted on December 3, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Who doesn’t love the feeling you get when you flop a set? When it happens, all you can think about is Vegas and the f-in Mirage. But not every flopped set is the same. There are different factors that shape the way you should play your sets. In this article, I’ll explain how to approach […]

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Doug Polk Explains Five $105,976+ Pots He Played vs Daniel Negreanu

Posted on December 1, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Doug Polk and Daniel Negreanu have captivated the poker world with their $200/$400 Heads Up Grudge Match. Beginning in early November, the foes have squared off for 6,227 hands out of a planned 25,000, with Doug currently leading with $578,417.57 in profit. In an effort to keep his strategy to himself, Doug has been pretty […]

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5 Burning Cash Game Questions Answered By Pros

Posted on November 19, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Poker is a very complex game. Thankfully, there is a place for players who are trying to improve where they can have direct contact with fellow grinders and experienced professionals. As a member of the Upswing Lab training course, you gain access to the Upswing Engage Facebook group, where interactions between members and pros are […]

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[QUIZ] Do You Know Which Hands to Bluff-Catch?

Posted on November 18, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Get your thinking cap on because you are about to embark on a quiz about bluff-catching. A bluff-catcher is a hand that can beat the bluffs in your opponent’s range, but none of the value hands. You will be presented with 10 hand scenarios. Your goal is to choose the best bluff-catching hand out of […]

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The 10 Biggest Pots From The Polk vs Negreanu Challenge (So Far)

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Upswing Poker

The most anticipated poker grudge match in years got underway last week and it hasn’t disappointed. Through the first four sessions, the rivals have played 1,372 hands with Doug holding on to a strong $180,865.22 lead. There have already been 12 pots that have crossed the $75,000 threshold, four of which have seen over $100,000 […]

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How to Play Jack-Ten Suited in Cash Games (Preflop Advice & 6 Postflop Tips)

Posted on November 6, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Jack-Ten suited has to be one of the prettiest hands in poker. It’s not just a looker. Jack-Ten suited is considered to be a very strong hand because it has a ton of playability and solid blocker effects. This article covers: How to Play Jack-Ten Suited Preflop 3 Tips for When You Miss the Flop […]

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Can Tony G Make a Heroic Call for €1.2 Million? (Hand Analysis)

Posted on November 3, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Million dollar pots don’t happen often. But in today’s hand, a player gets put to the test on the river with over €1,000,000 on the line. Online poker legend Mikita Badziakouski (aka fish2013) clashes with live poker legend Antanas Guoga (aka Tony G). The two players’ aggressive styles caused the pot to balloon to over […]

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How “Game Flow” Should Impact Your Decisions in Poker

Posted on October 30, 2020 by Upswing Poker

People aren’t robots. Poker can be a very emotional game, which can cause even experienced players to lose control of their strategy as their stack rises and falls. A tight player with well-memorized ranges might start spewing chips after losing a few big pots. A maniacal 3-bettor might take his foot off the gas if […]

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Doug Polk vs Daniel Negreanu: Grudge Match Rules

Posted on October 23, 2020October 27, 2020 by Upswing Poker

The most-anticipated heads-up challenge in recent memory will begin in early November. After beefing for years, Doug Polk and Daniel Negreanu will square off at $200/$400 on WSOP.com for at least 12,500 hands. We’ve already covered what led to the match in this article, so today we’re going over the rules. Table of Contents: The […]

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3 Hand Examples That Will Help You Overbet Better

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Upswing Poker

No-limit holdem: Hours of boredom followed by moments of sheer terror. –Tom McEvoy A great way to strike terror into your opponents is by having a well thought out overbetting strategy. Even though overbetting has become prevalent in modern day poker games, I have found that not enough people work the tactic into their game. […]

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How to Play Pocket Tens in Cash Games (Preflop Advice & 5 Postflop Tips)

Posted on October 16, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Pocket tens is one of those hands that troubles poker players, especially beginners. When you have pocket tens, you will often have to navigate the flop and beyond with at least one overcard on the board. It can be hard to tell where you stand. The goal of this article is to help you feel […]

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When Should You Slow-Play A Flopped Flush?

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Up there with flopping a set, there aren’t many feelings more thrilling in poker than flopping a flush. Just imagine it for a moment. You raise with a hand like A♦ 5♦ and the flop comes… Doesn’t that feel good? But monotone flops like this present an interesting challenge… If you always bet, raise, and […]

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High Stakes Players Collide in Record-Breaking $974,631 Pot (Analysis)

Posted on October 6, 2020 by Upswing Poker

2020 has already produced some of the biggest pots in online poker history. The hand in question today features Tan Xuan facing off against rising star Ali Imsirovic. Ali has been crushing the high stakes tournament scene for a few years now, racking up $8,912,717 in tournament earnings. Interestingly, Ali was the second member ever […]

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TrueTeller Clashes With Tan Xuan’s Pocket Kings for $122,880 (Hand Analysis)

Posted on September 29, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Nosebleed online poker has made a comeback in 2020. With people stuck inside, we’ve seen a spike in online poker traffic. This has taken place at every level, from the micros to stakes as high as $1,000/$2,000. That brings us to our subject today: a hand played by Tan Xuan (tan4321) and Timofey “TrueTeller” Kuznetsov […]

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10 Poker Infographics That Will Help Your Game

Posted on September 24, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Infographics are a fun and effective way to learn, which is why we’ve created numerous infographics throughout the years. Today’s article is an aggregate of 10 of the most bookmark-worthy poker infographics graphics that we have created. Starting with beginner-friendly topics, the infographics get more advanced as you scroll. Be sure to download the ones […]

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How to Play Ace-Queen Offsuit in Cash Games (Preflop Advice & 6 Postflop Tips)

Posted on September 22, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Some hate it, some love it. Ace-Queen offsuit is one of the most polarizing hands in poker. While it is one of the best starting hands in the deck, it can also be relatively difficult to play compared to strong starting hands. In this article, we will be covering: How to Play Ace-Queen in Common […]

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How I Won €151 From Fedor Holz (Hand Analysis)

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Fedor Holz, at the age of 27, is already one of the biggest legends of the game. The German native ranks eighth on the all-time money list with $32,556,377 in career live tournament earnings in addition to two World Series of Poker bracelets. But not many do know that his early career was propelled by […]

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How To Play Ace-King On A Middling Flop After 3-Betting

Posted on September 11, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Raise your hand if you feel like every time you 3-bet with AK, the flop brings three undercards. 3-bet pots are common, but the amount of money involved from the get-go makes things a bit more tense. Today we will try to ease that tension by explaining how to proceed on a pretty common board […]

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[QUIZ] Can You Play These 10 Flush Draws Optimally?

Posted on September 9, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Your skills with flush draws are about to be put to the test with ten example scenarios. You will play as the aggressor in the first six hands, then as the defender in the final four hands. Keep in mind that in close situations, the correct answer is the action PioSolver chooses most often. Take […]

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Single-Raised Pots vs 3-Bet Pots: How Should Your Strategy Differ?

Posted on September 4, 2020 by Upswing Poker

If you want to make as much money in poker as possible, you need to be well versed in the most common spots. In this article, we are going to take a look at the differences between the two most common types of pots in poker: single raised pots and 3-bet pots. Based on the […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Squeezing in No Limit Hold’em

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Upswing Poker

The “squeeze” play — 3-betting preflop versus a raise and one or more callers — was once a staple of TV poker. Players used to be much more likely to just call raises before the flop, which presented many squeezing opportunities for aggressive players. Squeezing is a less frequent part of the game nowadays, especially […]

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Can You Ace Our 10 Toughest Quiz Questions?

Posted on August 28, 2020 by Upswing Poker

There are dozens of poker quizzes here on Upswing Poker. Over the past few days, my team and I sifted through each of them to find the 10 questions that were answered incorrectly at the highest frequency. In other words, these are the most challenging Upswing Poker quiz questions ever. All were answered correctly by less […]

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3 Questions to Ask Yourself When Facing a Bet

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Learning poker in 2020 can feel overwhelming. The poker community is always buzzing about solvers and theoretically optimal play — and for good reason. In order to reach the highest levels of the game, you need to be familiar with these things. But for most people, especially those who are newer to the game, mastering […]

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3 Crucial Types of Poker Software for Serious Players in 2020

Posted on August 21, 2020 by Upswing Poker

If you’re serious about poker, there are a few must-have types of poker software / poker tools. Whether you play online or live, these tools can also help take your game to the next level so you can maximize your winnings and rise up in stakes. In this article, I am going to review the […]

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[QUIZ] Do You Bluff (& Semi-Bluff) Like A Pro?

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Upswing Poker

As Doug Polk likes to say, bluffing is life in poker. 10 years ago you could be a wimpy bluffer and still win in most games. These days, however, you need to have a good handle on this foundation of the game. In this quiz you will be presented with 10 hand scenarios. Your goal […]

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7 Must-Read Articles That Will Help Your Poker Game

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Upswing Poker

I’ve been running the Upswing Poker blog for over four years. In that time I have commissioned, read, and published nearly 1,000 articles to help you, my dear reader, improve your poker skills. Today I’ve gathered seven of the most valuable/fundamental Upswing Poker articles ever published. These articles will help you improve your strategy, mental […]

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How to Destroy Your Opponent After Seeing One Showdown (Part 2)

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Sometimes it takes just one showdown for a great poker player to change their game plan and start crushing opponents. If you want to maximize your win-rate, you need to be able to identify and exploit the leaks in your opponents’ games. One of the best ways to do this is by paying attention to […]

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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Playing Pocket Aces

Posted on August 7, 2020 by Upswing Poker

After hours of looking down at hands like T♠ 5♣, it finally happens. You get dealt the beautiful pocket aces. But getting dealt the best hand in poker doesn’t entitle you to win a big pot — or even a small pot. To extract max value with your pocket aces, you have to avoid the […]

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10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Exploiting an Opponent

Posted on July 28, 2020 by Upswing Poker

As you’ve probably heard before: everything you do at the poker table conveys information. Anyone that has played live poker for a long time understands that humans are oftentimes bad at hiding what they are thinking. That’s why it’s so important to pay close attention to what your opponents are doing, especially in a live […]

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How to Dominate Ace-High Flops in 3-Bet Pots (Deep Analysis)

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Upswing Poker

You need to be well-versed in 3-bet pots if you want to win in 2020. 3-bets are much more common than they used to be, which is why it’s more important than ever to know how to play well in 3-bet pots. This article will zoom in on one specific, but relatively common situation: playing […]

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How to Simplify Your Poker Strategy Without Sacrificing Value

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Upswing Poker

We all strive for simplicity in our life, but is it something to strive for in poker too? Short answer: Yes. In this article, I am going to cover some pros and cons of simplifying your poker strategy so it’s easier for you to execute in-game. Then, I’ll demonstrate the (very low) cost of simplifying […]

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Phil Hellmuth Loses It Over Liv Boeree’s Very Standard Play (Analysis)

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Few things in poker are more entertaining than a Phil Hellmuth rant. The ‘Poker Brat’ is an old school legend of the game. He has over $23,000,000 in live tournament winnings and leads all-time with 15 WSOP bracelets. But despite his success on the felt, many people know him better for his tirades after losing […]

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[QUIZ] Poker 101 Quiz for Beginners

Posted on July 7, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Ready to test yourself on some of the most fundamental skills in poker? Today’s quiz will take you through 11 questions that cover some basic poker concepts, including pot odds, ranges, c-betting, and bet sizing. Good luck! (Note: If you are unfamiliar with the 9 positions at a poker table, click here to review them. […]

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Here’s How To Take On Sam Trickett With a Free $1,000!

Posted on July 7, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Have you ever wished you could sit down in a high stakes cash games with Sam Trickett? We bet you have. There’s a stumbling block, for most players at least: the buy-in. That’s where this special promotion comes in because it gives you the chance to take on Sam in his own backyard and do […]

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10 Crucial Stats To Include On Your HUD In 2020

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Want to maximize your win-rate? Then you always need to be on the lookout for ways to exploit your opponents. One of the best ways to do that is by using a HUD. What is a HUD in poker? Short for Heads-Up Display, a HUD is a tool used in online poker games to track […]

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5 Tips to Stop Bleeding Chips from the Small Blind

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Upswing Poker

The small blind is arguably the most difficult position to master in No Limit Hold’em. This position is particularly challenging for two main reasons: You are forced to pay half of a big blind without looking at your cards You play every single postflop situation with a positional disadvantage If you take this 5-step professional […]

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Should He Call 3 Expensive Barrels With Middle Pair? (Analysis)

Posted on June 26, 2020 by Upswing Poker

When you play poker, it can be easy to feel like a one man wolfpack. Even if you get along with the people that you are playing with, at the end of the day, you are still competing against them for money. Table camaraderie only goes so far. That’s why it’s so important to network […]

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[QUIZ] Can You Play Famous Poker Hands Like a Top Pro?

Posted on June 23, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to play as one of the world’s most famous poker players? Today you get that chance. This quiz will take you through 10 real hands that were played by world-class players at some of the world’s highest stakes. Get ready and good luck! If the quiz […]

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10 Poker Mindset Mistakes to Avoid

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Are mental game mistakes costing you money? In this article I’m going to discuss the most common poker mindset mistakes I see being made by online and live poker players. Whether you’re a high stakes, mid stakes, or low stakes player, you will surely recognize some of these mistakes. 1. Neglecting Your Game When Running […]

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Cash Game Leaderboards Payout Daily From June 15; Still Awards More Than $1M Per Month

Posted on June 10, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Our Cash Game Leaderboards are changing from weekly to daily from June 15, but there’s still more than $1 million awarded every month. We have the highest monthly prize pools for cash game players of all our competitors but are making the switch to daily payouts. We know that not everyone can dedicate a full […]

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Amir Vahedi’s 3 Bluffing Tips from 2009 Stand the Test of Time

Posted on June 5, 2020 by Upswing Poker

The evolution of poker strategy is fascinating. When I first started my journey into poker a few years ago, I began by reading every old book I could find. As I got more serious about poker, however, I realized that a lot of the strategy taught in these books is outdated. So when I recently […]

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5 Advanced Poker Strategies & Tips To Supercharge Your Poker Wins

Posted on June 2, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Ready for some advanced nuggets of poker wisdom that will help your game? For today’s article, I dug through Upswing’s extensive library of strategy articles and extracted five of the most important tips that have been covered over the years. While these tips cover vastly different topics, they should all play a part in your […]

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Bluff-Raising to $302,000 vs Patrik Antonius (Analysis)

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Let’s take a look at what is perhaps the most interesting TV poker hand Doug Polk ever played. The blinds are $1,000/$2,000 with $2,000 in total antes. Both Doug and his opponent, the famous Patrik Antonius, are very deep, with an effective stack depth of $470,000 (235 big blinds). Let’s dig into the action! Preflop […]

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[QUIZ] Can You Exploit This Hypothetical Poker Table?

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Time to test you exploitative prowess! The following quiz will challenge you with 10 hand scenarios at a live $2/$5 table. Before diving into the hands, click “See Player Reads” below to get valuable information about each of the other players at the table. Your goal is to figure out the best play given the […]

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BONKERS Bluff With $992,500 On The Line (Analysis of PokerGO’s Record-Breaking Pot)

Posted on May 19, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Let’s take a look at the biggest pot in PokerGO history. This hand comes from Rob Yong’s Home Game streamed on PokerGO and features Rick Salomon and Lazaro Hernandez colliding in a $993,000 pot. The game is played at nosebleed stakes, with blinds set at $1,000/$2,000 with a $4,000 straddle. Hernandez is $580,000 deep (~145 […]

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How to Snowball Your Winnings vs Weak Players

Posted on May 15, 2020 by Upswing Poker

When you’re up against weak players, you have the opportunity to snowball your winnings. These players make much larger mistakes than regulars, and taking maximum advantage of those mistakes allows you to achieve a higher win-rate with less variance in your results. In this short article, I am going to show you how to extract […]

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Why Teddy KGB is Actually Bad at Poker

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Teddy KGB is a feared character in Rounders, the most iconic poker movie of all time. Teddy’s scary traits include his status as a Russian mob boss and deep ties into the New York City underworld. Those traits do not include his skill at the poker table, which (spoiler alert) lead to Mike McDermott taking […]

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Your $1/$2 Hands Analyzed By A Live Cash Crusher

Posted on May 1, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Featured Photo: Joe Giron & PokerNews (Edited from Original) You posted the hands. Now, we break ‘em down. With the help of live poker specialist (and crusher) Mike Finstein, I am going to analyze two $1/$2 live hands that were played by members of the Upswing Lab. Each member posted their hand in the private […]

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Brazil’s “B1ack_b1rd” Says Cash Game Leaderboards are Sensational!

Posted on April 29, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

“Sensational” is how Brazilian grinder Leonardo “B1ack_b1rd” Santos describes our Cash Game Leaderboards. He may be a little biased because he recently topped the $1/$2 No-Limit Hold’em race and secured a $7,500 payday. Leonardo is a 30-year-old cash game pro who lives in Aruja, Sao Paulo with his wife of three years and their one-year-old […]

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Set vs Set vs Flush for (At Least) a $224,000 Pot (Analysis)

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Upswing Poker

After playing for hours, it finally happens: you flop a set. But as you are busy counting all of the money you are about to win, the turn brings a possible flush and multiple opponents start to pile money into the pot. Naturally, the scary board and heavy action make you start to question whether […]

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“The Best Thing That’s Happened to Online Poker”

Posted on April 27, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Our Cash Game leaderboards continue to give partypoker players’ bankroll a massive boost. Any partypoker cash game player can win regardless of the stakes they play for. Our leaderboards run from $0.01/$0.02 stakes up to $2/$5 to give everyone the chance of winning. One recent winner was Brennan Jeancart, a 24-year-old from the amazingly-named Moose […]

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[QUIZ] Can You Beat the People of Instagram at Poker, Again?

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Upswing Poker

We love quizzing our Instagram audience with head-scratching poker scenarios. (If you took the first Instagram quiz last week, you already know this.) The quiz you’re about to take includes 10 hand scenarios we’ve posted on the social platform in the past year or so. Let’s see how your skills stack up versus the scrollers […]

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James Alsop Wins 148 Buy-ins On Way to Cash Game Leaderboard Victory!

Posted on April 23, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

You probably already know the Cash Game Leaderboards are incredible value, but ask James Alsop if you need a second opinion. The 30-year-old poker pro, who hails from Brighton, padded his bankroll with almost 150 buy-ins by taking down the $0.10/$0.25 leaderboard. James first discovered poker when he was still at school and spent most […]

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How to Adjust Your Strategy in Splashy Live Games

Posted on April 21, 2020 by Upswing Poker

My local $1/$2 game is crazy. People call raises with all sorts of garbage hands and they never seem to fold a pair postflop, but I can’t seem to win! How should I adjust my strategy in this game? We see questions like this all the time in the Upswing Poker Facebook groups. It seems like […]

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[QUIZ] Can You Beat the People of Instagram at Poker?

Posted on April 17, 2020 by Upswing Poker

We love quizzing our Instagram audience with head-scratching poker scenarios. Their responses are usually a mixed bag. The top comment is almost always the hilarious joke “all-in” (makes me laugh every time), but reading the earnest responses gives you an interesting look into how players of different levels approach poker. The quiz below includes 10 […]

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Two Cash Game Leaderboard Winners Love All The Action

Posted on April 12, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Our Cash Game Leaderboards continue to pay $250,000 every week and players from around the world are padding their bankrolls with bags of cash. One of those players is “Iwannagethigh” from Belgorod, Russia, who recently won the $0.02/$0.05 Pot-Limit Omaha leaderboard and banked a cool $500, or 1,000 big blinds! Poker has been this Russian’s […]

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Leveling: How Thinking Too Much Costs You Money at the Poker Table

Posted on April 8, 2020April 10, 2020 by Upswing Poker

In 1999 (and then later in 2006) David Sklansky in his celebrated book The Theory of Poker introduced the world to the various levels of thinking in poker. For those unfamiliar with the concept, they can be summarized as follows (slightly renumbered from their original version to include purely irrational actions): Level 0: I do not […]

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Was This Bluff a Mistake? (Analysis)

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Upswing Poker

This two-part article series will help you improve your strategy with missed draws. In part one, cash game crusher Fried Meulders missed a flush draw with Q♥ 7♥, but got his opponent to fold with a couple of huge overbet bluffs. This time Fried misses a straight draw in a 3-bet pot. Will his aggression […]

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Myshelov35 Wins NLHE High Leaderboard Two Weeks Running!

Posted on April 2, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Topping any of our Cash Game Leaderboards is a fantastic achievement in its own right. The leaderboards are such exceptional value that players from around the world dedicate their entire week to trying to secure the top prizes. One man did more than that. Finnish pro “Myshelov35” has won the $2.50/$5 No-Limit Hold’em leaderboard twice […]

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Cash Game Pro Misses a Draw and Overbets Twice (Analysis)

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Deciding what to do with a missed draw can be tricky. Sometimes you should bluff, and sometimes your stack will be better off if you wave the white flag. Choosing the wrong option will either cost you the pot or your stack. To help you better understand when to bluff with missed draws, we’re about […]

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Daily Cash BOOM 2: The Return of the BOOM!

Posted on March 30, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Everyone was delighted to learn our Cash Game Leaderboards will pay out $1 million in April just as they did in March. They were also overjoyed to discover SPINS and SNG players now have their own value-packed leaderboards to complete in. The value keeps on coming with the revamped Daily Cash BOOM 2. This latest […]

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Checking Flops with Overpairs: When Should You Do It?

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Upswing Poker

You look down at the beautiful Q♦ Q♥. You raise preflop and get called by two players. The flop is all undercards, so you still have an overpair. You start to reach for chips, but then you remember this article. What did it say about scenarios like this? You’re about to gain insight into when […]

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Nicholas Steiner Mixes Work With Poker and Banks $1K Top Prize

Posted on March 27, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Winning one of our Cash Game Leaderboards takes plenty of time and effort. Players from around the world get their grind on and play long sessions in an attempt to scoop a share of the $1 million on offer during March. One man, Nicholas “Nicholas” Steiner recently topped the $0.05/$0.10 No-Limit Hold’em leaderboard and padded […]

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The Importance of Poker Bankroll Management

Posted on March 25, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

The biggest reason poker players go broke, a lack of skill aside is because of poor bankroll management. They don’t keep enough money to one side to see them through downswings. This or they play stakes too high for the funds they have available. Practising good bankroll management is like budgeting in your everyday life. […]

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8 Rules to Help You Choose the Perfect Bet Size

Posted on March 24, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Choosing the best bet size is a tricky task in No Limit Hold’em. There is no one ‘perfect’ bet size that can be used in all spots. The optimal bet size will depend on a number of factors, including: Preflop action Board texture Stack depth Who has the range advantage …and many more! In this […]

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Take Your Poker Skills to the Next Level with MyGame

Posted on March 24, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Our amazing chairman Mike Sexton once famously said about Texas Hold’em that “it takes five minutes to learn but a lifetime to master” and he was correct. Texas Hold’em is a great game, one you can learn the basics quickly, but also a game full of intricacies that separate recreational players from the very best […]

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Cash Games Now Available on the Revolutionary partypoker Mobile App

Posted on March 24, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

New main lobby and redesigned cash game lobby also feature among improvements We brought SPINS to the new mobile app, followed by the exhilarating fastforward cash games, now we have extended our revolutionary portrait table mode to cash games, among various other changes designed to enhance your experience while playing on mobile devices. The ground-breaking […]

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Stuck Inside? Watch a Free Poker Training Video from a Premium Course

Posted on March 20, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Crazy times. We know a lot of you are stuck inside at the moment, battling boredom and (hopefully not too much) stress on a daily basis. To help you pass the time and improve your poker skills, we’re giving you a full Play & Explain video from the Upswing Lab training course (for free). So, […]

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Equal1zer Aims High and Wins Cash Game Leaderboard

Posted on March 19, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

The Cash Game Leaderboards continue to pay out vast sums of money as we approach our target of $1 million in March. Grinders from around the world are literally cashing in by playing their favourite cash games online at partypoker. We caught up with two recent Cash Game Leaderboard champions and quizzed them about their […]

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10 Fundamental Tips for The Most Common Types of Flops

Posted on March 17, 2020 by Upswing Poker

You’re about to learn about one of the most important factors in poker. Board texture is one of the most important pieces of information in any given hand. The optimal bet sizing, bet frequency, and overall postflop strategy hinges on the specific three cards that come on the flop. In this article, I will shed […]

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Oopsman and ICMasta Claim Micro Cash Game Leaderboard Titles

Posted on March 15, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

We thought about everyone when we created the Cash Game Leaderboards. Promotions are often geared towards high stakes players because some poker sites, not us, think poker is all about winning massive sums of money. The smaller stakes players often get forgotten about, even if they win a prize that is huge compared to the […]

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The Starting Hands That Make the Most Money in Multiway Pots

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Upswing Poker

If you play in games with a lot of loose, passive opponents, read on. You’re about to get some valuable advice for playing preflop in multiway pots. After finishing this article, you will understand the answer to two important questions: Which hands perform best multiway pots? When should you enter a multiway pot? Let’s dive […]

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PLO Study Pays Off For LuckMyDuck8D

Posted on March 12, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Dedicating your spare time to learning a new skill can reap the rewards. Don’t believe us? Then ask Russian grinder “LuckMyDuck8” who was a big Cash Game Leaderboard winner last week. LuckMyDuck8D hails from St. Petersburg and has been playing poker for the past 10-years. He’s played plenty of different formats and variants during that […]

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Who Were The Cash Game Leaderboard Winners Last Week?

Posted on March 5, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Join us in congratulating some of our cash game leaderboard winners from last week. They all took time from their busy schedules to let us know how their grind went, some even providing tips for budding cash game players. Reach out to us on social media if you would like to feature on these pages! […]

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[QUIZ] What is Your Poker IQ Score?

Posted on March 3, 2020 by Upswing Poker

How knowledgeable are you when it comes to the most popular “big bet” poker games? This 8-question quiz includes questions about No Limit Hold’em (cash games and tournaments), Pot Limit Omaha, and “big bet” poker theory […]

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Doulas12 and TheLoraxMan Win High Cash Game Leaderboards

Posted on March 2, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

You’ll have noticed by now that we’re giving tons of extra value to our cash games players. Indeed, today marks the start of the revamped Cash Game Leaderboards where $1 million will be won in March. Hundreds of our players have already won substantial cash prizes just for playing their favourite games. “doulas12” is one […]

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Cash Game Leaderboards Now Pay Out $1 Million a Month!

Posted on February 28, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

partypoker gives more to its community than anyone else and ensures everyone has a chance of winning prizes regardless of the size of their bankroll. Here’s what we’re doing to continue that trend. Tell your friends, neighbours, even your grandma that partypoker is the only place they should be playing cash games because we’ve done […]

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Cash Games Spring Giveaway: $1M in Leaderboards; $250K in Daily Cash Boom!

Posted on February 28, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

One million in cash game leaderboard prizes per month The $1M guaranteed partypoker MILLION every Sunday And BOOM – $56,000 a week in daily cash prizes Our goal is 2020 is to be more generous, more transparent and commit to giving back more per player than any other poker site out there. We are relentless […]

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Fast Playing Vs Slow Playing Revealed

Posted on February 18, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Home Ryan Fee|Poker Strategy|Feb 18, 2020 Fast Playing Vs Slow Playing Revealed Fast Playing Vs Slow Playing Revealed Ryan Fee|Poker Strategy|Feb 18, 2020 Home You flop a set… Your opponent bets into you and you have a decision to make. Will you fast-play with a raise, hoping to get all-in as soon as possible? Or […]

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Strategy from Kristen Bicknell: Differences between cash games to tournaments

Posted on February 18, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Team partypoker’s Kristen Bicknell used to be better-known for her cash game prowess, but now she crushes the biggest online and live tournaments. Here, she talks about the similarities and differences between cash games to tournament poker. Most of my time at the poker table has been spent playing cash games, until recently. In the […]

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Why 5♠ 4♠ is Better Than 9♠ 8♠ (And How That Fact Impacts Optimal Strategy)

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Since the advent of preflop solvers, poker players have discovered some very interesting things about preflop strategy. One particularly interesting and useful discovery has to do with suited connectors. In certain scenarios, low suited connectors (like 54s) are preferable to higher ones (like 98s). You’re about to learn why, and how you should adjust your […]

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Our Cash Game Leaderboards Payout $100K Weekly!

Posted on February 11, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Listen up, we’ve some exciting news for you if you’re a cash game player. We’ve launched our Cash Game Leaderboards and are giving away more than $100,000 each and every single week! The Cash Game Leaderboards are split into Hold’em and Omaha with all formats, except heads-up, eligible to earn leaderboard points. These leaderboards are […]

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Our Cash Game Leaderboards Payout $180K Weekly!

Posted on February 11, 2020February 24, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Listen up, we’ve some exciting news for you if you’re a cash game player. Our revamped Cash Game Leaderboards and are giving away $180,000 each and every single week! The Cash Game Leaderboards are split into Hold’em and Omaha with all formats, except heads-up and Short Deck, eligible to earn leaderboard points. These leaderboards (seven […]

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Want Your Bluffs to Work More Often? Try “Delaying” Them

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Upswing Poker

You’re about to learn a tactic that will help you steal pots from right under you opponent’s nose…and they won’t even know it happened. The tactic involves checking back on the flop as the preflop aggressor, only to bet on the turn. This is referred to as a delayed […]

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3 Strategies to Help You Win After Calling a 3-Bet

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Home Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Jan 24, 2020 3 Strategies to Help You Win After Calling a 3-Bet 3 Strategies to Help You Win After Calling a 3-Bet Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Jan 24, 2020 Home Your results in 3-bet pots will have a huge impact on your bottom line. In fact, one of the easiest ways to dramatically […]

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5 Tips To Help You Break Out of Micro Stakes

Posted on January 21, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Home Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Jan 21, 2020 5 Tips To Help You Break Out of Micro Stakes 5 Tips To Help You Break Out of Micro Stakes Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Jan 21, 2020 Home Every micro stakes player should have one goal: make enough money to move up in stakes. But while many players find it is […]

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We’re introducing ‘King of the Hill’ for heads-up online cash games

Posted on January 21, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

partypoker has introduced ‘King of the Hill’ for heads-up cash games across its global dotcom market. The introduction is designed to help improve the operator’s cash game ecology and optimise the playing experience for heads-up cash game players, with the overall goal of making partypoker a fairer, more enjoyable site to play online poker. As […]

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partypoker launches new fastforward mobile experience

Posted on January 21, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

partypoker has today launched the revolutionary new mobile experience for its quickfire ‘fastforward’ cash games, as part of ongoing efforts to deliver a best-in-class experience for all players on mobile. The release represents the next phase in partypoker’s commitment to delivering an engaging and improved mobile experience following the release of SPINS in November last […]

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[QUIZ] Are You a Shark or a Fish at Live Poker Tables?

Posted on January 15, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Ready to put your live poker skills to the test? The following quiz will take you through a variety of both preflop and postflop situations that are specific to live poker. The correct answer is considered either the highest expected value (EV) action or the action that should be taken most frequently. In other words, […]

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[QUIZ] Are You a Shark or a Fish at Live Poker Tables?

Posted on January 15, 2020 by Upswing Poker

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How the World’s #1 Cash Game Player Has Changed His Strategy

Posted on January 10, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Home Mike Brady|Poker Strategy|Jan 10, 2020 How the World’s #1 Cash Game Player Has Changed His Strategy How the World’s #1 Cash Game Player Has Changed His Strategy [This post contains video, click to play] Mike Brady|Poker Strategy|Jan 10, 2020 Home The text below is based on the video above. How has LLinusLLove been crushing […]

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Host of top names confirmed for ‘Trickett’s Room’ live high stakes cash game

Posted on January 8, 2020 by PartyPoker Blog

Exclusive one-day session to be streamed from 18:30 GMT partypoker LIVE is excited to be hosting ‘Trickett’s Room’, an exclusive live high stakes cash game scheduled to take place from 19:00 CET on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Dusk Till Dawn Casino, UK. Held in conjunction with MILLIONS UK currently underway in Nottingham, the one-day […]

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3 Ways You Might Be Bleeding Money in Cash Games

Posted on January 7, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Home Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Jan 7, 2020 3 Ways You Might Be Bleeding Money in Cash Games 3 Ways You Might Be Bleeding Money in Cash Games Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Jan 7, 2020 Home There are so many ways to lose money in poker, but there are only a few ways to win. This is why when […]

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When to Attack After Your Opponent Checks Back (4 Tips for Probing)

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Home Mike Brady|Poker Strategy|Jan 3, 2020 When to Attack After Your Opponent Checks Back (4 Tips for Probing) When to Attack After Your Opponent Checks Back (4 Tips for Probing) Mike Brady|Poker Strategy|Jan 3, 2020 Home Being out of position sucks, but it sucks a lot less when your opponent checks back on the flop. […]

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When to Attack After Your Opponent Checks Back (4 Tips for Probing)

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Upswing Poker

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Online Poker Legend Shares Secrets for Four Flush Boards

Posted on December 20, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Mike Brady|Poker Strategy|Dec 20, 2019 Online Poker Legend Shares Secrets for Four Flush Boards Online Poker Legend Shares Secrets for Four Flush Boards [This post contains video, click to play] Mike Brady|Poker Strategy|Dec 20, 2019 Home Boards with four cards of the same suit are a special combination of weird and rare… …and many […]

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Rob Yong Speaks Candidly to Jaime Staples

Posted on December 19, 2019 by PartyPoker Blog

Team Online’s Jaime Staples recently sat down with Dusk Till Dawn supremo and key partner to partypoker, the one and only Rob Yong. Yong speaks openly and candidly about his partnership with partypoker, the continual developments of partypoker, overlaying tournaments, and much more besides. Everyone knows Yong has a solid relationship with partypoker and our […]

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Mastering 4-Bet Pots with Deliberate Practice (Quiz & New Tool)

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Alex Sutherland|Poker Strategy|Dec 17, 2019 Mastering 4-Bet Pots with Deliberate Practice (Quiz & New Tool) Mastering 4-Bet Pots with Deliberate Practice (Quiz & New Tool) Alex Sutherland|Poker Strategy|Dec 17, 2019 Home We’re mixing things up today with a guest post from one of Upswing Poker’s partners (Simple Poker). If you use solvers, the five […]

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How to Play Strong Hands on Monotone Flops (Check-Raise vs Slow-Play)

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Mike Brady|Poker Strategy|Dec 13, 2019 How to Play Strong Hands on Monotone Flops (Check-Raise vs Slow-Play) How to Play Strong Hands on Monotone Flops (Check-Raise vs Slow-Play) [This post contains video, click to play] Mike Brady|Poker Strategy|Dec 13, 2019 Home The text below is based on the video above. Imagine taking a seat at […]

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How a Six-Figure Pro Bluffs with Ace-King (Analysis)

Posted on November 26, 2019 by Upswing Poker

What should I do when I have ace-king and miss the flop? This is one of the most common questions asked by poker players who are just starting out. If you’re an experienced player, you know that there’s a big problem with that question: a lack of details. The positions, preflop action, flop, stack sizes…all […]

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How to Handle Downswings Like a Poker Pro

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Upswing Poker

What’s the only thing worse than losing money in one session of poker? Going on a poker downswing that causes you to lose money an extended period of time. Bad beats can seriously test your mental game. Downswings are an inevitable part of poker. It doesn’t matter whether you are brand new to the game […]

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How to Handle Downswings Like a Poker Pro

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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8 Live Poker Tips That Will Put More Cash in Your Pocket

Posted on November 15, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home George Mathias|Poker Strategy|Nov 15, 2019 8 Live Poker Tips That Will Put More Cash in Your Pocket 8 Live Poker Tips That Will Put More Cash in Your Pocket George Mathias|Poker Strategy|Nov 15, 2019 Home Despite sharing the same rules, live poker games are quite a bit different than their online counterparts. Whether it […]

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8 Live Poker Tips That Will Put More Cash in Your Pocket

Posted on November 15, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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Firing a Triple Barrel Bluff with 6♣️ 5♣️ on K-7-4 (Analysis)

Posted on November 8, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Nov 8, 2019 Firing a Triple Barrel Bluff with 6♣️ 5♣️ on K-7-4 (Analysis) Firing a Triple Barrel Bluff with 6♣️ 5♣️ on K-7-4 (Analysis) Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Nov 8, 2019 Home All of the world’s top poker players have something in common: they play extremely aggressively. Playing aggressively allows you to put […]

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(Quiz) Can You Size Your Bets Like a Poker Boss?

Posted on October 30, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Get ready to test your bet sizing skills. You are about to be presented with ten different spots and two bet sizing options for each. Your goal is to choose the size with the highest expected value. If you would usually check with one of the hands in question, answer with the bet size you […]

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How to Win More Pots with Delayed C-Bets

Posted on October 25, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Every skilled poker player has the c-bet (short for “continuation bet”) in their arsenal. C-betting capitalizes on two crucial facts: The preflop aggressor usually has the strongest range of any player in the hand. It’s hard to connect with the flop. (The chance of flopping a pair with any non-paired hand in Texas Hold’em is […]

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How to Get Max Value with Ace-Jack on Jack-Jack-Five (Analysis)

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Oct 18, 2019 How to Get Max Value with Ace-Jack on Jack-Jack-Five (Analysis) How to Get Max Value with Ace-Jack on Jack-Jack-Five (Analysis) Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Oct 18, 2019 Winning big pots is crucial for your bottom line. Whoever wins the big pots during a session is very likely to be the biggest […]

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Beat Calling Stations with These 3 Stupid-Simple Tricks

Posted on October 15, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home George Mathias|Poker Strategy|Oct 15, 2019 Beat Calling Stations with These 3 Stupid-Simple Tricks Beat Calling Stations with These 3 Stupid-Simple Tricks George Mathias|Poker Strategy|Oct 15, 2019 A “calling station” is a player who calls often regardless of their hand strength. These fold-averse players are most commonly found in live and low stakes online games. […]

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How to Win Your Blind vs Blind Battles (as the Preflop Raiser)

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Oct 11, 2019 How to Win Your Blind vs Blind Battles (as the Preflop Raiser) How to Win Your Blind vs Blind Battles (as the Preflop Raiser) Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Oct 11, 2019 As I said in part 1 and part 2 of the series, blind vs blind battles are happening way more […]

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How to Win Your Blind vs Blind Battles (as the Preflop Raiser)

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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How to Win Your Blind vs Blind Battles (as the Preflop Raiser)

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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How to Win Your Blind vs Blind Battles (as the Preflop Raiser)

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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4 Factors to Think About Before Hero Calling

Posted on October 8, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Patrick Harvey|Poker Strategy|Oct 8, 2019 4 Factors to Think About Before Hero Calling 4 Factors to Think About Before Hero Calling Patrick Harvey|Poker Strategy|Oct 8, 2019 Facing a bet with a marginal hand is one of the most uncomfortable feelings in poker. If you’ve ever felt lost in spots like this, you aren’t alone. […]

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4 Factors to Think About Before Hero Calling

Posted on October 8, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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4 Lessons from an Elite Pro’s First Coaching Session

Posted on October 4, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Oct 4, 2019 4 Lessons from an Elite Pro’s First Coaching Session 4 Lessons from an Elite Pro’s First Coaching Session Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Oct 4, 2019 Feel like improving your poker strategy? You’re about to learn 4 lessons from a live mid-high stakes cash game session that online beast and Upswing Lab […]

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Phil Hellmuth BLOWS UP (Analysis)

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Home Ernest Gorham|Poker Strategy|Oct 1, 2019 Phil Hellmuth BLOWS UP (Analysis) Phil Hellmuth BLOWS UP (Analysis) Ernest Gorham|Poker Strategy|Oct 1, 2019 There’s no doubt that Phil Hellmuth has had a very successful poker career. He tops the all-time WSOP bracelet list with fifteen, a whopping five more than those tied for second (Doyle Brunson, Phil […]

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How to Choose Between Small vs Big Bet Sizes

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Upswing Poker

[breadcrumbs] Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Sep 27, 2019 How to Choose Between Small vs Big Bet Sizes How to Choose Between Small vs Big Bet Sizes Dan B.|Poker Strategy|Sep 27, 2019 Imagine you’re playing $1/$2. You raise preflop with 8♥ 7♥ and get called by the player in the big blind. The flop comes… …and your opponent […]

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5 Lucrative Check-Raising Strategies You Should Try Today

Posted on September 17, 2019 by Upswing Poker

You’re about to get schooled on check-raising strategy. A member of the Upswing Lab posted this hand history in our private group and asked how he should play his range: Online $1/$2. 6-Handed. Effective Stacks $200. Hero is dealt two cards in the big blind 3 folds. Button raises to $5. sb folds. Hero calls. […]

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5 Lucrative Check-Raising Strategies You Should Try Today

Posted on September 17, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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7 Multiway Tactics You Should Know Going Into 2020

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Upswing Poker

If you want to improve your results in pots with three or more players, keep reading. You’re about to learn seven tactical adjustments that will help you play better in multiway pots. This one is going to be especially helpful for the live players out there! Each section below covers a different multiway spot. If […]

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5 Tips for Playing Backdoor Flush & Straight Draws

Posted on September 10, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Backdoor draws play a significant role in the range construction process. If you aren’t don’t regularly consider backdoor draws when making decisions at the table, this short list of tips is for you. As you’re about to learn, backdoor draws aren’t valuable just because of their additional equity to hit a strong hand. Backdoor draws […]

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Tom Dwan’s Aces Up vs a Chinese Billionaire (Analysis)

Posted on September 6, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Perhaps the most infamous young poker player of the modern era, Tom Dwan blew away casual poker fans with his loose-aggressive strategy on televised high stakes cash games from 2008-2011. Then he went from hero to villain in the eyes of many as he has neglected to finish his 50,000 hand “durrrr challenge” — which […]

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Win More Money vs Limpers NOW!

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Upswing Poker

It’s fish frying time! You are about to learn how absolutely crush a recreational player who frequently limps. This article covers both preflop and postflop play versus a single limper, focusing mainly on flop strategy. Preflop Strategy Every player approaches limping differently — limping a wider or narrower ranges of hands. Shifting your strategy to counter […]

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(QUIZ) Can You Dominate Live Poker Games?

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Upswing Poker

If you frequent live poker games with a $2, $3, or $5 big blind, this quiz is for you. Your goal is to choose the most profitable play based on the situation and reads provided. At the end of the quiz, you’ll get assigned with a live poker player based on your score. Good luck! […]

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(QUIZ) Can You Dominate Live Poker Games?

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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3 Small Stakes Hands Analyzed by High Stakes Veterans

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Have you ever wanted to pick the brain of an experienced high stakes poker player? In a recent module available in the Upswing Poker Lab, Doug Polk and Ryan Fees analyzed cash game hand samples that were submitted by Lab members. These hands have a micro-small stakes theme, with stakes ranging from $0.02/$0.05 to $0.25/$0.50. […]

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What is Expected Value (EV) in Poker? This Basketball Analogy Will Make it Clear

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Today we’re going to discuss expected value — what it means, why it’s important, and how to apply it. It’s one of the most basic concepts in poker, and one of the most important to understand. Table of Contents: What is Expected Value (EV)? Real World Example: The Steph Curry Bet How to Calculate Expected […]

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What is Expected Value (EV) in Poker? This Basketball Analogy Will Make it Clear

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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How to Win Your Blind vs Blind Wars (When Facing a Limp)

Posted on August 20, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Last time we talked about blind vs blind battles, the focus was on playing as the big blind versus a raise. This time, we’ll be talking about how to approach playing as the big blind versus an open-limp by the small blind. Considering how often a player in the small blind should limp (in theory) […]

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How to Maximize Your Winnings Versus Multiple Limpers

Posted on August 16, 2019 by Upswing Poker

You are playing in a darn good game if you’re often facing multiple limps. To help you maximize your winnings in these juicy games, I am going to shed light on how you should adjust your preflop strategy when more than one player has limped in front of you. Table of Contents: Raising Over Multiple […]

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How to React to a Check-Raise on the Turn: Theory vs Practice

Posted on August 9, 2019 by Upswing Poker

If facing a turn check-raise has ever made you hate life, this is the article for you. We are about to go over both the theoretical and practical aspects of this situation so you can quickly identify the winningest strategy for your given hand. Table of Contents: General Advice for Playing vs Turn Check-Raise Practice […]

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How to React to a Check-Raise on the Turn: Theory vs Practice

Posted on August 9, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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(Quiz) Are You a Double Barrelin’ Cowboy at the Poker Table?

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Are you a double barrelin’ cowboy or a city slicker when it comes to c-betting on the turn? We’re about to find out! You’re about to “play” 10 hands that reach the turn after you’ve c-bet on the flop. You’ll have two simple options in each hand: bet or check. Keep in mind that a […]

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(Quiz) Are You a Double Barrelin’ Cowboy at the Poker Table?

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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How to Get Max Value from Poker Database Software

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Whether you play online poker seriously or just for practice, the following tips will help you improve your skills and win-rate with database software (like PokerTracker, Hold’em Manager, or DriveHUD). 1. Build yourself an effective HUD An effective HUD is one that contains only the most important and frequently used stats. These crucial stats will […]

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$1,000 Cash Game Insights from a High Stakes Veteran

Posted on July 19, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Ready to improve your live cash game skills? Today we are going to look at three hands that Doug Polk played during a $5/$10 cash game session at the Aria. (This session was documented in a vlog on Doug’s YouTube channel — watch it here.) Let’s get started. Hand #1 9-Handed. Effective Stack $1,000. Doug […]

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$1,000 Cash Game Insights from a High Stakes Veteran

Posted on July 19, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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The #1 Mistake Players Make When Playing Higher Stakes

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Upswing Poker

At some point in every poker player’s career it happens. You finally build up the courage and bankroll to take a shot at a bigger game, but the moment it starts going poorly you begin to question every decision. That’s just what happened to Tanner, a member of the Upswing Lab training course. Luckily he […]

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The #1 Mistake Players Make When Playing Higher Stakes

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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How to Win When Your Opponent Straddles (3 Crucial Tips)

Posted on July 2, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Adding a straddle into the game creates a whole new set of dynamics which are not so easy to figure out on the fly. However, learning how to play well with a straddle in play is important for your bottom line since pots will be much bigger and stacks will be flying back and forth. […]

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If You Can’t Ace This Cash Game Quiz, You Need to Join the Lab

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Upswing Poker

The Upswing Lab training course has helped poker players of all levels exceed their goals. The Lab’s greatest success story is probably high stakes regular Ali Imsirovic, but many more have seen dramatic improvements as well. If you can’t get all 10 questions correct on this quiz, you really need to get the Lab (unless […]

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If You Can’t Ace This Cash Game Quiz, You Need to Join the Lab

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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Did Jason Koon Make a Million Dollar Mistake vs Kane Kalas? (Analysis)

Posted on June 14, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Did this super high roller make a million dollar mistake? We are about to analyze one of the biggest televised No Limit Hold’em cash game hands of all time, which took place on the Triton Poker Million Euro Cash Game in Montenegro. There were 8 poker players at the table with €2,000/€4,000 blinds and a […]

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Crush Live Poker Games With These 8 Battle-Tested Tactics

Posted on June 11, 2019 by Upswing Poker

It is no secret that live poker games are far softer than online games. Most successful online players could switch to live poker and win at a solid rate from the get-go. The same can not be said for successful live players who hop online. Yet the players who have the highest hourly win-rates in […]

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What Top Poker Pros Already Know About 4-Betting

Posted on June 7, 2019 by Upswing Poker

You’re about to learn how professional poker players approach 4-betting. You’ll find the answers to these key questions in this article: Why do we 4-bet? With which hands should we 4-bet? What 4-bet size should we use? How should we adjust our 4-bet sizes in tournaments? The answers are actually quite simple and you can […]

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What Top Poker Pros Already Know About 4-Betting

Posted on June 7, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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Big Blind Defense Strategy 101: Tournaments vs Cash Games

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Did you know that it is basically impossible to win money from the big blind in the long run? The big blind has to pay a full blind without looking at their cards (a massive disadvantage) and will be out of position against most opponents postflop. It’s an unforgiving position with many opportunities for mistakes. […]

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Playing with Deep Stacks: Tips, Tricks, & Adjustments to Help You Win

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Upswing Poker

If playing with deep stacks (150bb+) makes you feel anxious or confused, this article will make your life easier. You’re about to learn how to: Adjust your preflop bet sizing when deep stacked. Choose the correct hands to 3-bet and 4-bet when deep stacked. Adjust your postflop game plan when deep stacked. Let’s dive in! […]

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How to Win on Low Flops When You’re Out of Position

Posted on May 17, 2019 by Upswing Poker

If you’ve ever looked down at a low flop and been unsure how to proceed, this is the article for you. Today we’re going to focus on how to play on low boards out of position after raising before the flop. This can be an intimidating spot because the stack-to-pot ratio is high (making it […]

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(QUIZ) Can You Face Down a Double Barrel on the Turn?

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Do you know when to fold, call, and raise against a double barrel on the turn? Let’s find out! Answer the following 10 questions in which you are the big blind versus a player who raised on the button, bet on the flop, and bet again on the turn, then you’ll get an online poker […]

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Why Are Most Poker Players Wimpy Bluffers?

Posted on April 30, 2019 by Upswing Poker

(Photo: PartyPoker) In part 1 of this article series, I told you about the Honesty Principle. The Honesty Principle: As a whole, the poker community bluffs much less than it should. In part 2, you read about the poker artificial intelligence Libratus and its uncanny ability to bluff at balanced frequencies. It should be fairly […]

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When a Poker A.I. Went Crazy with Five-Three Suited (Analysis)

Posted on April 23, 2019 by Upswing Poker

In part 1 of this article series, we talked about the fact that the vast majority of poker players do not bluff often enough. As a result, their betting actions generally represent “honesty” (value hands) rather than “dishonesty” (bluffs). This led me to introduce what I call the Honesty Principle. The Honesty Principle: As a […]

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When to Avoid Playing Theoretically Sound

Posted on April 19, 2019 by Upswing Poker

I was just listening to a podcast with Doug Polk and Andres “Educa-p0ker” Artinano. This quote from Andres stood out (paraphrased): Solvers are very good for studying the preflop and flop strategy, but not so useful for studying the turn and the river. Andres is basically saying that it’s less important to play theoretically sound […]

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Why Do Random & Silly Bluffs Work?

Posted on April 16, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Have you ever wondered why pure bluffs work when they do? By pure, I mean situations where the player who is betting has absolutely nothing (not even a draw) while the player who ends up folding has something decent, say at least a pair. Let’s consider the following situation in a live $5/$10 cash game […]

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Why Do Random & Silly Bluffs Work?

Posted on April 16, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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3 Hands That Will Help You Bluff-Catch with More Success

Posted on April 12, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Is there a more satisfying feeling in poker than calling a bluff? I really don’t think there is. I’m sure you want to experience feeling as much as possible, so you’re about to see 3 hand breakdowns that will help you sniff out more bluffs and fold at the right time. Each hand will include […]

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3 Tips for Winning with Gutshot Straight Draws

Posted on April 9, 2019 by Upswing Poker

If you’ve ever been unsure of what to do with a gutshot straight draw, you’ve found the right article. Today you’ll learn 3 tips that will help you decide when to bet and when to check so that you start earning more money when you hold this type of draw. But first… What is a […]

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Introduction to Pot Odds | How and When to Use Pot Odds in Poker

Posted on April 2, 2019 by Upswing Poker

If you aren’t familiar with pot odds in poker or if you just want a refresher, you’re reading the right article. You are about to learn what pot odds are and how to calculate them step-by-step. After that, we will go over 3 examples of using pot odds in different situations (preflop and postflop). Finally, […]

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The Only Two Valid Reasons to Bet in Poker (Every Other Reason is Wrong)

Posted on March 29, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Why do we bet? This question has fascinated the best poker players for decades now. The legendary David Sklansky probably had the biggest contribution to the unraveling of the reasons behind fundamentally sound betting. Until recent years, the consensus was that there are two reasons to bet: To get value with our strong hands from […]

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This Proven Method Will Boost Your Live Poker Winnings

Posted on March 22, 2019 by Upswing Poker

You want to increase your live poker earnings, right? Today you will learn a battle-tested method for doing just that. And all you need to pull it off is an online poker account, a small deposit, and a little bit of free time. The idea is to use online poker as a tool to improve […]

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This Proven Method Will Boost Your Live Poker Winnings

Posted on March 22, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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Hand Reading 101: How to Read Hands Better Than a TV Pro

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Hand reading is one of the most misunderstood concepts among casual poker players. The mistake these casual players make is trying to put their opponent on one specific hand. That may make for good TV, but it’s not a practical or effective way to approach hand reading. You’re about to learn the right way to […]

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Hand Reading 101: How to Read Hands Better Than a TV Pro

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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How to Win More Chips When Out of Position in 3-Bet Pots

Posted on March 15, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Like I said in part 1 of this series, a quick way to increase your win-rate is to improve your c-betting strategy in 3-bet pots. Last time you learned about c-betting in position (IP) as the 3-bettor on two different types of flops (coordinated and uncoordinated). Today you’ll learn about c-betting out of position (OOP) as the […]

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What the Best Poker Pros Already Know About Playing vs. Double Barrels

Posted on March 12, 2019 by Upswing Poker

I know something about you without having met you: you love strategy games. (If you didn’t, you probably wouldn’t have clicked on an article about poker strategy.) Whether its chess, Magic: The Gathering, or League of Legends, you’ve probably spent a lot of time playing these games. So, you must already know that there are […]

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When Should You Bet on the Flop After 3-Betting?

Posted on March 8, 2019 by Upswing Poker

A quick way to increase your win-rate is to improve your c-betting strategy in 3-bet pots. This article series will help you get ahead of your competition by improving your understanding of these crucial spots. In this first part, we’ll take a look at c-betting in position (IP) as the 3-bettor on two different types of […]

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5 Strategic Mistakes Poker Players Make (And How to Exploit Them)

Posted on February 22, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Exploiting your opponents’ leaks is how you really take your win-rate to the next level. What is a Leak in Poker? A leak is a consistent strategic mistake made by a poker player. This article is written so you don’t need to understand poker game theory to use these specific tactics to crush your opposition. That […]

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These 4 Poker Cheat Sheets Will Make Your Life Easier

Posted on February 20, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Poker cheat sheets can be great tools for improving your skills. To help you crush your competition this year, we’re giving you 3 sheets that will help you avoid costly and embarrassing mistakes at the table. The sheets we’re giving you today include (click to jump to that sheet): Poker Hand Rankings Cheat Sheet Table […]

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3 Late Position Battles Analyzed by a Cash Game Expert

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Hey guys! In this article, we are going to take a close look at 3 hands in which we 3-bet on the button against a cutoff open. Upswing Lab coach Fried “mynameiskarl” Meulders played these hands at 500NL Zoom on PokerStars (a game he crushes). Then, he analyzed each one for his last Lab video […]

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3 Late Position Battles Analyzed by a Cash Game Expert

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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Why Bad Beats are a Poker Player’s Greatest Gift

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Upswing Poker

A smart friend once suggested to me that perhaps poker would be better if every time players were all-in, the dealer split the pot according to their equity, instead of running it out and pushing everything to the winner of the hand. For instance, if Alice had AA and Bob had KK and both went […]

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5 Quick Guidelines for Playing Versus C-Bets on the Flop

Posted on January 29, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Poker is a bit like American football. It’s important to have a solid offense (playing as the aggressor), but if your defense (playing vs. the aggressor) sucks, you’re going to have a tough time winning. Perhaps the most crucial defensive situation in poker is playing vs. a flop c-bet after defending your big blind. This […]

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Stop Bleeding Money in 3-Bet Pots (Playing Vs Missed Turn C-Bet)

Posted on January 22, 2019 by Upswing Poker

The fastest way to improve at poker is to study the most consequential and frequent spots, such as 3-bet pots. In this article, you will find some tips and tactics for 3-bet pots that will help you win more consistently. More specifically, we are going to analyze 3 hands which have the following in common: […]

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3 Concepts That Should Shape Your Postflop Strategy in 2019 (Positional, Range, and Nut Advantage)

Posted on January 15, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Are you familiar with positional, range, and nut advantages in poker? Using these concepts to shape your postflop strategy will help you make more money in advantageous situations and limit your losses in disadvantageous ones. In this article, you will learn about each of these concepts and how exactly they should impact your strategy. Let’s […]

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3 Theoretically Winning Calls That Lose in Practice

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Upswing Poker

Should you favor a theoretically sound strategy or play exploitative poker? This question has been a hot debate in the poker world for the past several years. Some are fierce supporters of theory (sometimes to their stack’s detriment), while others insist that theoretically sound poker has no value and should be disregarded (an absurd proposition). […]

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3 Theoretically Winning Calls That Lose in Practice

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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How a Strategy Mastermind Adjusts in Smaller Games (3 Hands)

Posted on January 9, 2019 by TP News

Adjusting your strategy to exploit weak players is one of the most valuable skills you can have as a poker player. Today we’ll take an in-depth look at 3 hands played by strategy mastermind Ryan Fee during a 50NL session he recorded for Upswing Lab members. While analyzing each hand, we’ll focus on Fee’s read-based […]

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How a Strategy Mastermind Adjusts in Smaller Games (3 Hands)

Posted on January 9, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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When Should You Slow-Play a Strong Hand?

Posted on January 4, 2019 by Upswing Poker

It’s generally not a good idea to slow-play strong hands — you’ll usually win more money by fast-playing — but there is a time and a place for every move in poker. In this article, you’ll learn how to identify spots in which a tricky slow-play is more profitable than playing straightforward, and spots where […]

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When Should You Slow-Play a Strong Hand?

Posted on January 4, 2019 by Upswing Poker

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How Should You React to Check-Raises on the Flop?

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Upswing Poker

It sucks to get check-raised, especially if you’re not sure how to react to them. It’s easy if your opponent is a tight player who rarely bluffs — against whom you should fold all but your strongest hands. But what about when a tough player — a guy who is capable of bluffing — check-raises […]

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The Ultimate Guide to 6-Handed Poker | 6-Max Cash Game Strategy

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Upswing Poker

6-max (or 6-handed) poker is by far the most popular online cash game format. 6-max games are so popular that they’ve almost completely replaced full-ring (or 9-handed) games on most online poker sites. If you want to become a successful online cash game player, having a strong 6-max game is mandatory. If you’re a tournament […]

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What is a Capped Range? How to Take Advantage of (And Protect Your Own) Capped Ranges

Posted on December 14, 2018 by Upswing Poker

You probably already know that a range is the totality of hands that a player can have in a situation. You also probably know that focusing on ranges, not specific hands, is the professional way to approach poker. But are you familiar with the concept of capped ranges? Learning what a capped range is and […]

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3 Spots You Should Actually Consider Theory (And 3 Spots You Shouldn’t)

Posted on November 30, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Poker theory can baffle new players, partly because they have preconceived notions about the game — they’ll say things like, “look him in the eye and you’ll know if he’s bluffing,” or, “I had a feeling that raising was the right play.” Usually, these players learn the hard way that there is much more to […]

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2 Strategies You Need to Crush Passive Tables

Posted on November 27, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Playing against passive opposition might be easier than you think. It’s very easy to realize equity against these players, and that incentivizes you to use more aggressive strategies both preflop and postflop. In this article, we’ll discuss those aggressive strategies, and how to play against one move in particular that is characteristic of most live […]

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2 Strategies You Need to Crush Passive Tables

Posted on November 27, 2018 by Upswing Poker

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What Are Implied Odds? How to Use Implied Odds Like a Veteran Pro

Posted on November 13, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Implied odds aren’t difficult to understand, but many players misapply them while playing. This leads to easily avoidable but costly mistakes. To help you avoid such mistakes, you’re about to learn what implied odds are, how they work, and how they should help shape your strategy. We will cover: What are implied odds? How do […]

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Pros and Cons of 66% & 100% Pot-Sized C-Bets (The Ultimate Guide, Part 2)

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Ready to bolster your flop c-betting skills? Today you’re going to learn the advantages and disadvantages of two common flop c-bet sizes: 66% and 100% pot-sized bets. This is part 2 of The Ultimate Guide to Flop C-Bet Sizing. Check out part 1 here. Here’s the example situation we’ll use throughout this article: You are playing […]

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What Flop C-Bet Size Should You Use in Cash Games? (The Ultimate Guide, Part 1)

Posted on November 2, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Here’s a situation you’ve probably faced many times. You are playing a $0.50/$1.00 cash game. The action folds to you on the button, and after raising to $2.50, the big blind calls and you see a flop that looks like this: Q♠ T♦ 5♥ The big blind checks. You have a hand to continuation bet […]

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How to Play Limped Pots Perfectly

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Upswing Poker

A game with a lot limped pots is a game you want to be playing. These games are often full of weak players because strong players rarely limp. (You may remember this from our How to Destroy Limpers article.) These small pots will have a big impact on your bottom line. If you want that impact […]

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How to Play Limped Pots Perfectly

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Upswing Poker

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Suited Connectors: 5 Strategic Mistakes Poker Players Should Avoid

Posted on October 23, 2018 by Upswing Poker

It can be tough to know when (and how) to play a suited connector in Texas Hold’em. If you neglect to consider important factors — such as stack sizes and your opponent’s tendencies — you will likely make a costly mistake with these hands. You’re about to read 5 tips that will help you understand […]

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Suited Connectors: 5 Strategic Mistakes Poker Players Should Avoid

Posted on October 23, 2018 by Upswing Poker

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[QUIZ] Phil Hellmuth Sees Poker Players as Animals. Which One Are You?

Posted on September 28, 2018February 25, 2019 by Upswing Poker

When Phil Hellmuth sees a poker player, he sees an animal (according to his book Play Poker Like the Pros). The specific animal he sees — whether it be a mouse, an eagle, or something else — is based on that player’s style. Ready to find out which animal Phil thinks you are? Take this […]

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What is Rake in Poker? And Should Rake Impact Your Poker Strategy?

Posted on September 21, 2018April 26, 2020 by Upswing Poker

What is Rake? Rake is the fee taken by the operators of a poker game. If you’ve ever played cash game poker in a casino, you’ve probably seen the dealer taking chips out of the pot during most hands — those chips are the casino’s rake. Just to state the obvious: more rake is NOT […]

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How to Thin Value Bet Like a Veteran Pro (3 Tips for Thin Value Betting in Poker)

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Value betting is how you’ll make most of your money at the tables. This is especially true against recreational players, who tend to be on the over-calling side of the spectrum. Today I am going to share 3 tips for thin value bets that will help you squeeze every last drop of cash from your opponents. […]

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The Smart Approach to Losing Poker Sessions (3 Questions to Ask Before Quitting)

Posted on September 9, 2018September 18, 2018 by Upswing Poker

It’s tough to know when to walk away from the poker table, but sometimes it’s the most valuable skill you can have. A few days ago, I was sitting at my home in Las Vegas and suddenly felt the itch to hit the live felt. This is a rare feeling for me. But when you […]

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10 Cash Game Poker Tips for Dominating the Table

Posted on September 7, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Do you plan on playing a cash game anytime soon? You’re in luck! Today we’ll cover 10 fundamental tips that will help you dominate your cash game competition. You’ll learn when to bluff on the flop, how to play versus limps, and more. And make sure you stay tuned until the end for 2 bonus […]

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How to Crush Nits (10 Tactics to Maximize Profit Against Tight Players)

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Upswing Poker

A “nit” is a player with a noticeably weak playing style, and they won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. With so many nits out there, learning how to exploit them is very important for your long term win-rate. And beyond that, it’s actually pretty darn fun to exploit these players. Today we’ll discuss how to […]

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6 Game-Changing Tactics from 500NL Zoom Destroyer Fried Meulders (mynameiskarl)

Posted on August 10, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Upswing Lab cash game coach Fried “mynameiskarl” Meulders continues to crush 500NL Zoom ($2.5/$5) on PokerStars, the toughest game consistently running online. His win-rate since the beginning of the year, across 250k hands, is an impressive 4.16 big blinds per 100 hands. And over the past 100k hands he’s won a staggering (and certainly unsustainable) […]

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How to Make the Most Profitable Decision Against Any Bet Size [2nd Edition]

Posted on August 3, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Faced with a bet, you can react in one of three ways: call, fold, or raise. It’s usually pretty apparent when raising is the correct decision–with super strong hands that want to extract value and with bluffs that want to steal the pot. Whether to call or fold, on the other hand, is often not […]

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Can You Crush Like OtB_RedBaron? — Advanced Poker Strategy Quiz

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Upswing Poker

‘Otb_Redbaron’ is considered the best 6-max player right now, and Upswing’s own Andres Artinano (‘Educa-p0ker’) has been battling him for years. In fact, Andres built his strategy by studying the Baron’s strategy, and he has decided to share his knowledge in his advanced Crush the Baron training course. This quiz is based on the tactics and strategies revealed […]

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How to Analyze Your Poker Hands Effectively in 5 Minutes

Posted on July 27, 2018 by Upswing Poker

(If Google sent you here to find out what beats what in poker, check out our guide to poker hands.) The difference between a strong player and a weak player is what they do after a poker session. Weak players play poker hands and forget about them. They put themselves in tough spots and fail […]

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How to Beat the Guy Who Is Always Betting — Countering an Aggressive Poker Strategy

Posted on July 24, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Geez, this guy just won’t stop betting. I just need to be patient, wait for a strong hand, and then I’ll win a fat pot from him! You’ve probably thought something similar to this while facing an ultra-aggressive player. But while this line of thinking seems to make sense, a patient approach is not always […]

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How to Destroy an Open Limper Like a High Stakes Pro

Posted on July 20, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Think of limpers as your most valuable customers. Every time you see a player limping you should see an opportunity to take their stack–or at least a big chunk of it–in a rather short span of time. You’re about to learn how to absolutely destroy these players. Here’s what you will find in this article […]

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Limps in Poker: The Ultimate Guide to Crushing Open Limpers

Posted on July 20, 2018July 14, 2020 by Upswing Poker

Think of limpers as your most valuable customers. Every time you see a player limping you should see an opportunity to take their stack — or at least a big chunk of it — in a rather short span of time. You’re about to learn how to absolutely destroy these players. Here’s what you will […]

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$66,000 to be Won in the fastforward Rake Race

Posted on July 19, 2018 by PartyPoker Blog

fastforward is not only an exhilarating way to play online poker cash games, it can also be extremely profitable thanks to the fastforward Rake Race that runs from July 19-29th. Two daily leaderboards take place every day at partypoker until July 29th with combined prizes of $6,000. We will have awarded $66,000 by the time […]

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Playing Blind vs Blind — 5 Tips to Help You Stack More Chips

Posted on July 13, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Sub-optimal blind vs blind play is a common leak among amateurs and professionals alike. Players often neglect this part of their game because blind versus blind situations seem relatively infrequent, but they probably happen a lot more often than you think. In this article, we’ll discuss 5 tips for improving your blind versus blind strategy. […]

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10 Quick Poker Tips That Will Help Your Game In 5 Minutes

Posted on July 6, 2018May 3, 2019 by Upswing Poker

If you’re looking for easy to remember and quick poker tips that will help you win, you’re in luck! Today we’ve compiled 10 tactics and strategies that will make you a more confident and profitable poker player. Now, this list won’t teach you how to win every time – not even the greatest poker players […]

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France Lead the Click Card Championships, But They Can Still Be Caught

Posted on July 4, 2018 by PartyPoker Blog

The Click Card Championships have been running since June 14th and continue to do so until July 15 when the 2018 FIFA World Cup concludes. partypoker players have been busy grinding away in cash games, tournaments, sit & go jackpot games in addition to playing casino games and placing sports bets to earn points for […]

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When Should You Continue Barreling on a Brick Turn Card?

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Upswing Poker

If you’ve ever been confused on the turn after c-bet-bluffing on the flop, then this article is for you. Knowing whether or not to fire that second barrel will have a huge impact on your overall results. Today I’m going to help you understand when to continue barreling and when it’s best to surrender the […]

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Which Draws Should You Semi-Bluff With?

Posted on June 19, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Bluffing is an indispensable part of the game—as Doug likes to say, “Bluffing is life in poker.” In this article, we’ll discuss how to go about choosing hands to semi-bluff, and we’ll break down the process that every elite player uses to fine-tune this aspect of their game. What makes a good semi-bluffing hand? There […]

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Only 20% of Poker Players Will Ace This C-Betting Quiz

Posted on June 12, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Are you a c-betting-boss? We’re about to find out! For each question, assume you have no solid reads on your opponent. Some questions have more than one correct answer. Become an Expert Overbettor, Punish Your Opponents, And Print Money Preview Doug Polk’s Overbetting module below–1 of 56 learning modules in the Upswing Lab Join us […]

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Only 10% of Poker Players Will Ace This C-Betting Quiz

Posted on June 12, 2018April 5, 2019 by Upswing Poker

You’re about to find out if you’re an END BOSS when it comes to c-betting on the flop versus a big blind defender. For each question, assume your opponent is a competent player against whom you have no specific reads. This quiz has been updated (originally published in June 2018). If the quiz is not […]

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3 Aggressive Tactics Winning Regulars Are Already Using

Posted on June 5, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Hoping to gain insight into where good aggressive players take advantage of their opponents, I recently watched Fried “mynameiskarl” Meulders play $5/$10 Zoom in the Upswing Lab. Fried is an absolute cash game beast who crushes Zoom on PokerStars–some of the toughest poker games in the world. Here’s his results from a 100k hand sample […]

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3 Aggressive Tactics Winning Regulars Are Already Using

Posted on June 5, 2018 by Upswing Poker

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7 Tips You Can Learn from 1 High Stakes Online Poker Hand

Posted on June 1, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Have you ever wondered what the end bosses of poker are doing that makes them so much better than everyone else? If you’re like me, then you most certainly have. Lucky for us the end bosses at Upswing listen to what the people want, and have dedicated an entire Upswing Lab module to breaking down hands […]

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Strategy from Kristen Bicknell: Transitioning from cash games to tournaments

Posted on May 24, 2018 by PartyPoker Blog

Team partypoker’s Kristen Bicknell used to be better-known for her cash game prowess, but now she crushes the biggest online and live tournaments. Here are her tips for making the transition from cash games to tournament poker. Most of my time at the poker table has been spent playing cash games, until recently. In the […]

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If You Get 8/10 On This 3-Bet Pot Quiz, You’re a Shark

Posted on May 22, 2018 by Upswing Poker

How competent are you at playing 3-bet pots as the defender? Take your time and think carefully, because these 10 questions are tough. For each question, assume that you have no information about your opponent. And be sure to share your results at the end. Best of luck! Note: Everything on upswingpoker.com is 25% off […]

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3 Quick Poker Tips from a Cash Game Session with Doug Polk

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Upswing Poker

There’s something to learn from every video in the Upswing Lab. The same is true for the following Doug Polk Play & Explain session, in which he battled across 4 tables at mid-stakes on America’s Card Room. In this article, I’d like to share 3 of the best poker tips that I learned from watching […]

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How to Play Low Pocket Pairs in Cash Games

Posted on May 8, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Get in cheap, try to flop a set, and hope your opponent pays you off. This oversimplified approach is probably how most of you play your low pocket pairs. It’s a fairly valid approach, but it’s incomplete. Unless you want to leak money with your low pocket pairs, you’d be wise to employ a more […]

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Stop Fearing Triple Barrels with this Professional Approach

Posted on April 27, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Let’s be honest: we all sigh when an opponent fires that dreadful triple barrel, putting us to the test both technically and mentally. A triple barrel is when a player bets on the river after betting on the flop and turn. There is a deeply embedded fear in most players that their opponents are not […]

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How to Check-Raise on the River Like a Pro

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Upswing Poker

It’s difficult to play out-of-position as the preflop caller. In this scenario our opponent, the preflop raiser, has both a range advantage and a positional advantage. However, we can still implement a well-thought-out check raising strategy, which will hinder our opponent’s ability to bet thinly for value and bluff. How important is check-raising? To demonstrate […]

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How to Check-Raise on the River Like a Pro

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Upswing Poker

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How to Destroy Your Opponent After Seeing One Showdown

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Upswing Poker

Sometimes it takes just one showdown for a great poker player to change their game plan and start crushing opponents. In this article I will teach you how to start thinking like a truly great player when it comes to making these immediate adjustments. You will first be presented with three hand examples that reach […]

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