Dzill_230
Legend
Loyaler
It's a simple question, and there are so many opinions. Yes, it all depends on many factors: sometimes jam is optimal, and sometimes it will slowly yield its benefits. Personally, I tend to play a strong hand more aggressively in deep stacks and apply pressure in short stacks. There is always a risk of losing with such a powerful hand, but it's better to fold when the opportunity arises than to watch it lose in a coin flip.
RENEY444
Visionary
Platinum Level
I do it quite often in online tourneys .The blinds(and antes) go up so fast you have to keep pace .And once you get deep its almost better to just get a fold without risking a flop , turn or river that might break you . Also , when allin you're sure to see all 5 cards in holdem to ensure full equity .
Kasztor007
Rock Star
Platinum Level
I wouldn’t say I’m an “all-in player,” but there are definitely spots where shoving makes a lot of sense for me.
When my stack drops below 10 big blinds, I follow the classic push-or-fold strategy at that point there’s not much room left to play postflop, so shoving is usually the most profitable option.
In the late stages of a tournament, when we’re already ITM, I also take some aggressive spots with a medium stack if I see a good opportunity.
For example, if there’s only one player left to act behind me, and I have a hand that plays well (Axs, KQs, etc.), I’m happy to apply pressure with an all-in. A successful shove can steal valuable blinds or even set up a double that pushes me closer to the final table and if it doesn’t work, that’s part of the game.
When my stack drops below 10 big blinds, I follow the classic push-or-fold strategy at that point there’s not much room left to play postflop, so shoving is usually the most profitable option.
In the late stages of a tournament, when we’re already ITM, I also take some aggressive spots with a medium stack if I see a good opportunity.
For example, if there’s only one player left to act behind me, and I have a hand that plays well (Axs, KQs, etc.), I’m happy to apply pressure with an all-in. A successful shove can steal valuable blinds or even set up a double that pushes me closer to the final table and if it doesn’t work, that’s part of the game.
TheKAAHK
The Cake is a Lie
Loyaler
As with anything poker strategy related, the answer is: it depends.
But remember; your stack is a weapon, use it.
But remember; your stack is a weapon, use it.
alucaa
Rock Star
Platinum Level
The truth is that I think so, it only depends on my position at the table and my chips, of course, when I have fewer chips I tend to be conservative and barely bet with strong hands, but if I'm in a situation with enough chips I tend to pay more often with any hand or I even dare to bluff more, I've been doing that lately and I haven't done anything wrong.
SPANKYSN
Legend
Loyaler
That’s the dilemma…but if you don’t play the best hands in poker aggressively, can you win in the long run? Of course, there are times to slow play big hands, like if you’re on the money bubble, but at the start, slow playing AK, AA or KK into a bad beat loss, is emotionally and financially demoralizing.
dreamer13
Legend
Loyaler
Movies often depict situations where a hero goes all-in with a bad hand, everyone around them freaks out and folds, and the poker player takes the money and rides off into the sunset with a beautiful woman. In reality, bluffing all-in with a weak hand most often results in losing money, so if you want to risk your entire stack and "squeeze" your opponent out of the pot, you need to have a compelling reason. For example, your opponent is playing extremely cautiously and folds to any aggression.
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pokerV
Enthusiast
Silver Level
Not an automatic all-in player at all. AK’s a great hand, but it’s not a made hand — how you play it depends on stack sizes, position, and the vibe at the table. Sometimes it’s worth pushing, sometimes it’s better to see a flop and let the situation unfold. Poker’s all about adapting, not autopiloting.
