Strategy: Poker (Cont.)

 · Bluff (Raise)

       

Like the strong hand described above, the re-raise makes people think a lot harder about staying in. But, the re-raise bluff is a brave move. You are hoping that: i) the original bettor was bluffing and will fold from your bet, or ii) the original bettor was not bluffing but is concerned enough that you have a better hand that he folds.

Also take note of those players that see both bets and call. They're the ones with legitimately strong hands. If you can't bluff them out on later rounds, get out of this hand...the jig is up.

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