The Fundamentals Of Heads-Up Hold'em · S8E15

Many #poker players regard heads-up play as the purest form of the game. You are locked in a duel of wits with a single opponent, constantly trying to outmaneuver them and countering their tactical adjustments. The one-on-one nature also means your skill edge is magnified leading to high win-rates.

This podcast episode gives a comprehensive overview of all the skills required to succeed in heads-up play. In addition to strategic and tactical considerations, coach w34z3l also explores soft skills, including attracting weaker players to your table.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Introduction to Heads-Up Poker Strategy 0:36 Why Starting Tables Yourself Attracts Recreational Players 1:55 When to Leave a Heads-Up Match 2:11 Simplifying Preflop Strategy in Heads-Up Play 4:29 Button Strategy: 80% VPIP Explained 5:11 The Case for Limping the Button 6:09 Defending Against 3-Bets on the Button 10:14 Big Blind Defense Strategy (80% Range) 11:00 Aggressive 3-Betting from the Big Blind (20%+ Frequency) 13:23 Continuing Against 4-Bets 15:14 Postflop Play: Translating Ring Game Skills 17:01 Understanding Toughness: Being Unpredictable 21:24 The Power of Overbets 22:49 Bum-Hunting and Table-Selection Ethics

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