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Strategy: Fixed-Limit

Pre-flop: Fundamental Concepts

by JSFan

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Introduction

In this article

Tight is right
When is a hand strong
Powerhouse hands are your friends

Even before the first three community cards are dealt (the flop), you need to decide whether your hand can be played or not.

During pre-flop play, most of your opponents will already make some big mistakes, such as playing too many weak starting hands. Because of this, it is important for you as a prospective poker player, to select your starting hands carefully in order to play profitably.

This article will explain some basic concepts of pre-flop play, needed to have an advantage over your opponents and make a profit.

Next article: Post-flop: Standard play against one opponent

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Comments (6)

#1 mouse89, 06 Oct 08 14:13

#2 storas1337, 22 Mar 10 20:21

I think good

#3 krumvirek, 15 Aug 10 22:33

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#4 buzzinace, 03 Feb 11 20:57

Really great article. Makes it really clear on the three types of strategies to play. Patience and discipline is easier once you know what you're waiting for.

#5 lindawaty, 25 Feb 11 09:49

#6 antonnotna1984, 30 Jan 12 06:24

ABC of poker.

Nice article

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Strategy Sections

Article Contents

Introduction
Tight is right!
Attributes of unpaired starting hands
Domination
The importance of the late position
Advantages of suited starting hands
Three categories of profitable starting hands
Conclusion

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