Poker Aces – the right way to play them
Posted in Poker on 05/05/2010 11:21 pm by Marcus
Poker Aces references two aces being dealt pre-flop. It is the strongest possible pre-flop hand inholdem Poker. But regardless a large number of gamblers find themselves on the losing end when given these cards.
When you’re given a set of Aces, you just do not drop out pre-flop. You are positioned with the best achievable hand at this part of the game. So how do you gamble with Poker Aces ? Do you simply go all-in? I’d say absolutely no to that.
Bear in mind, you are trying to acquire as much money from this strong position. You will want to maximize the possibility. Going all-in will basically drive most competitors into folding and not making a bet.
If you’re in the starting position (first or 2nd to actually bet), you’ll lay a single wager. Anybody with a good hand will call, with luck someone may raise. If someone has made a raise do not jump to re-raise or call, pause for a small bit – make them think you’re considering your options and then call.
After the flop your plan will be to eliminate anyone that might get a straight or a flush. So I would start to raise aggressively, if you’re fortunate you’ll fool one player into believing that you’re tricking.
If you’re in the center or late seat (near the last to place a wager) you’ll observe as everybody calls and then raise. Even though you are sitting with a pair of aces, if you can try to avert a show-down. Defend your hand by forcing others to fold after the flop. If you don’t drive out your opponents you risk losing your hand.