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9 PREFLOP Poker Tips EVERY Beginner Should Know

BlackRain79Poker

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In this poker lesson I break down some of the most important fundamentals you need to know, including which hands to play and when to bet, raise, bluff, or fold.

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20 Comments

@BlackRain79Poker Creator 3 years ago (edited) Pinned

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@Apocalypse_Promotions 3 years ago

Rip Doyle Brunson

@elicantwell 3 years ago

Ive been watching educational poker videos for a while now and you’re the first person I’ve heard say what you said about adjusting your preflop raise to aim for only 1 caller. It makes so much sense and really has changed my perspective on how you want the preflop to go when you have a good hand.

@jamesjanney1102 3 years ago (edited)

Your videos have been the most practical, straight-foward informed content I've found as I'm learning to improve my game. So much of the content out there is all theory, math-heavy hardcore poker nerd type stuff - which has its place. But as a novice who's fallen in love with the game but just trying to learn practical strategies (and basic theory) that can keep me afloat while I try and build experience, you've been my go-to. Thanks for the incredible content!

@tylerdurden4392 3 years ago

Charts rule dude! Memorizing and drilling the charts is essential for live thinking!

@TheByrdWayne 3 years ago

I don't know if he mentioned this, but another crucial tip is to ALWAYS keep your preflop bets the same size.

It doesn't matter if you have AA or 72o, keeping the preflop bets the same will make it incredibly hard for your opponents to put you on a specific hand

@dsrrellgriffith1161 2 years ago

Your channel is great, i consider myself almost at pro level now. I have been playing for 20 years, i was fortunate to live within 4 hour car drive to Las Vegas. I took 7 years off to take care of my mother, but i have started playing again last year. I mainly play tournaments, and sometimes low end cash games. This last WSOP i got in the money in 3 straight events, and i just missed the final table in the Pokerstars in Manila. I was the bubble for the final table, but i got a decent pay out. THanks to you i have cashed around 20k since returning to the game. I was old school tight player, now i have opened up my game a lot. Thanks

@shogu728 3 years ago

Dude, you've done an amazing job on this channel. I've been watching your videos the past couple weeks trying to work on my strategy. I had to reload for $300 on global poker a little over a week ago (I tried jumping stakes way before i should have, variance took me for a ride, and learned a painful lesson in bankroll management lol) and between 20nl, tournaments, and a few sit n gos, I'm happy to report as of the writing of this comment that I'm up to over $900! Thank you so much for the lessons and keep em coming!

@stantheman5163 3 years ago

Thanks for your work on this channel. I find your approach to be the most accessible for amateurs. I grew up watching my family play poker every weekend from toddler age through high school. They went to Las Vegas multiple times per year. I had a friend who always came home from Vegas a poker winner. His secret? ¨I always quit while I am ahead.¨ No ego, just discipline funded essentially free trips to Vegas every year. I never got the playing bug, but I have played my share when I was younger. Now I watch poker and chess analysis channels to help keep my mind sharp. Your channel is very entertaining.

@joshuameyer3686 1 year ago

I use to be a big fan of Poker and watched all the videos and tips I could. Then I realized, if everyone plays like everyone expects, teaches, or the charts say, then you are easier to read. These rules are OK when you are learning, but figure out your own style and your own moves as soon as you get some experience. The more hardened rules you play with, the more readable you are

@joshuacampbell9105 3 years ago

Just wanna say, I'm extremely happy that I stumbled across your channel while u was searching 1/3 NO Limit videos....I have learned sooo much more about the game and I just wanna say THANK YOU!
- I just last week made the move to play poker so that I can try to scrap a living and work my way up so Im starting with 3,000 bankroll....1St day I got smoked for about 600 4 days ago I've played everyday since then after watching and studying your content...and I have been in the black each day since avg about 5-8 hrs a day at 1/3!! I'm now down 27 from my starting roll and....I only wish I found your channel sooner bro!!!! BEST OF LUCK FOR YOU IN THE FUTURE!!!

@softpawsx 3 years ago

honestly your YT vids are a lot more digestible than 1000$ courses I've bought.

thanks for explaining it in a way that's easier to pick up!

@destinyromano7729 2 years ago

I’ve been watching your videos and in my first tournament won 16th out of 144 so thank you!!

@TheRighteousOfSodom 2 years ago

Nathan i just want to say THANK YOU your tips and the way you explain them is just so smart and simple. i have watched alot of how to by pro's in poker and i felt frustrated i couldn't really understand and fully apply the things they taught but you were the one who made the difference. you made me a better player. thank you.

@doknbox 3 years ago

I've played poker for 25 years, so I checked you out when you came into my feed. You do a good job. I'm pleased to see that I'm already following your advice...

@deaddekuu 2 years ago

Thanks for the tips! I'm a noob and the part i struggled with the most was the preflop, just like you said haha! Thank you, awesome video!

@TSMobileMechanicLive 1 year ago

Love your common bruh. I’m a pretty good semi pro. 😆... I forget time to time again. This is a great refresh video every month. It really gets me back in the swing. Love it and thanks as always.

@ThreeToesofFury 3 years ago

FABULOUS channel. Ive always been a fan of watching poker but lately wanted to learn more about the logic of the game. your videos are VERY well done and you have a great knack for conveying information clearly. Next steps...I will be checking out your cheat sheet and ordering a book or two. Thank you very much! Take Care!!!!!!

@ironman2885 3 years ago

Great video, the tip for dealing with aggressive players makes sense and I haven't seen anyone else talk about that, very useful.

@simplicitas5113 2 years ago

Great video! !

I have been playing with fake chips (you can buy them) for fun for years and at this point quite easily goes top 3 in 100 player MTT high stakes (15-30 days worth of freeroll play for buy in). Feeling ready to start playing for money. This is the best beginner advice I have ever seen for preflop! Cash games are so different from MTT, with or without antes