Poker has captivated players for centuries, creating many iconic moments along the way. From the rounders of centuries past to Jack Straus’ miracle comeback at the 1982 World Series of Poker (WSOP), these stories still remain part of poker folklore today. But it is not just the single moments that define poker’s long and storied […]

The game of poker has been around for centuries and it boasts a history full of remarkable players and stories. The core of competitive poker was established in the late 1970s with the creation of the World Series Of Poker (WSOP), the tournament that helped to revolutionize poker into the game it has become today. […]

The Three Betting Structures There are several reasons why poker is one of the biggest games in the world. For one, it is a versatile game you can play in many different ways. You can play it with any number of players, with different rulesets and for different stakes. This makes it a great game […]

Poker has outstanding strategic depth and has developed a fantastically competitive scene. Since the inaugural World Series of Poker (WSOP) in 1970, countless legendary moments and world-renowned players have left their mark on this iconic game. Over the past 50 years, it has evolved from a small local event into a global phenomenon. Innovative betting […]

Poker’s rich history and strategic depth combine to give it a thrilling competitive scene. Competition in poker is a core part of the game and various legends have left their marks throughout history. These players have undoubtedly, in one way or another, changed the game, not just from their tournament wins but also from their […]

Suited connectors are versatile hands favored by many great poker players such as Daniel Negreanu, who, in combination with his great hand-reading skills, uses them to outplay his opponents. In the hands of less experienced players, suited connectors can be troublesome hands – especially when played without the appropriate stack depth or when out of […]

Poker is a popular game for many reasons. It is simple to learn, can be played by people of all skill levels and can be played at any stakes. An important point to remember about poker is that it is not a game of chance. Despite having an element of luck, it is not defined […]

Small pocket pairs are one of my favorite hand groups in Texas Hold’em. They tend to be one of the easiest hand groups to play and are usually inexpensive to play. A small pocket pair is generally considered to be any pair between deuce and six and they all play similarly, for the most part. […]

It’s often said that “variety is the spice of life,” and poker is a game that embraces and strives to exemplify this. Many versions of poker share the same core mechanics, but come packaged with novelties that change the dynamics of the game and the strategies you’ll need to use. This diversity is a benefit […]

For the majority of people who do not have any experience or exposure into the world of poker,  the first thing they associate poker with is gambling and the depravity which surrounds that world. And sadly, this association is unlikely to ever change. Enthusiasts familiar with the card game could successfully argue that poker is […]

Poker is one of the most popular games in the world, enjoyed by millions of players of all ages and backgrounds. Unlike many other games, poker is not purely a luck-based game – instead, it requires skill and strategy to win consistently. The object of the game is to make the best hand from the cards […]

Poker is one of the world’s most popular games, and there are plenty of reasons. It has a rich history dating back to a 10th-century Chinese domino game and the 16th-century Persian card game As Nas. It arrived in America in the 1800s and became well known in the wild west era as a game […]