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Tuesday, March 1, 2011

A Full No Limit Texas Holdem Poker Shakedown

By Alex Bannon


This article will provide you with a 100% complete No Limit Texas Holdem Poker shakedown; history, rules, outlines and tips.

No Limit Texas Holdem Poker is undoubtedly the most popular poker game around the world. And No Limit is the most popular variant of the Holdem. This game is mainly played in tournaments. The online poker sites offer more juicy games and tournaments. Also the online poker rooms get the new players comparatively easily.

Beginners are not suitable for the No Limit Texas Holdem Poker games. They should put extra efforts in practicing before they appear on the real No Limit table. You have to have an appropriate mix of patience, discipline, and courage to play this game. In No Limit, a player is free to decide upon the amount he wants to raise in any of the rounds.

The most significant difference between No Limit and Limit Holdem is that of position and hand value. Your position holds maximum importance because the decisions you take are directly going to affect your stack.

Your position can help you win your opponent's whole stack. Also you need to keep an eagle's eye on the variation of the stacks.

Cash games in No Limit Texas Holdem Poker are unlike the tournaments. In cash games, players buy out the cash chips and play. For inexperienced players, the most appropriate starting hand is to play AA-22 and the big connectors AK and AQ. They will help you avoid vulnerable situation and still leaving pretty good chance of winning big pots.

The flop is the most crucial stage of Holdem. You are advised to assess your relative strength and release the poker hands that you think may be second best. You better fold while facing the bet until and unless you suspect the strength of your adversary. Use your brain to the fullest and keep re-evaluating your hands as the game proceeds.

In case someone bets more chips than you have, you are not obliged to leave your hands off. You may call for all the chips that you have (all in). You should avoid betting if you are not quite sure of winning a showdown.

Tips for No Limit Texas Holdem Poker Players

Never gamble. Don't make poker a game of gambling if you are looking to win money. Don't be afraid. A strong poker player is never afraid of folding the winning hand.

Practice, nowadays many No Limit online poker tables are available for beginners free of cost. Visit the sites and practice. Respect the big raises, mainly during turn and river because most of the players don't bluff.




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