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Pocket Aces refers to two aces dealt pre-flop. It is the strongest
possible pre-flop hand in Texas Holdem Poker. But despite this many players
find themselves on the losing end when dealt this hand.
When you're dealt a pair of Aces, you just don't fold pre-flop. You're
sitting with the best possible hand at this stage of the game. So how do you
bet with Pocket Aces ? Do you simply go all-in? I'd say no to that.
Remember, you're trying to produce as much profit out of this strong
position. You want to maximise the opportunity. Going all-in will simply
scare most players into folding without placing a bet.
If you're in the early position (first or second to bet), you'll place a
single bet. Anyone with a decent hand will call, hopefully someone might
raise. If there has been a raise don't jump to re-raise or call, pause for a
short while – make them think you're considering your options and then call.
After the flop your strategy will be to eliminate anyone that could get a
straight or a flush. So I would begin to raise aggressively, if you're lucky
you'll trick one player into believing that you're bluffing.
If you're in the middle or late position (one of the last to bet) you'll
watch as everyone calls and then raise. Even though you're sitting with a
pair of aces, if possible try to avoid a show-down. Protect your hand by
forcing others to fold after the flop. If you don't drive out your opponents
you risk losing your hand...
Read more:
Pocket Aces – how to play them
About the Author
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