How to Bluff

 

 

Poker just isn’t poker without bluffing. It is a necessary skill that players need to give them an edge in winning. For poker players, nothing is more gratifying that taking away a huge pot that one of the other opponents should have won because you bluffed your way to the win. Bluffing has always been glamorized on television and in the movies. This leads many people looking to learn how to do it themselves. Below are some tips on bluffing in poker.

 

Many people who are new to poker might believe that in order to win a game you have to bluff often. This is not always the case and is far from the truth. It is very possible to win poker games without needing to bluff your way through. Many amateur players will generally bluff much more than needed, which can lead to them losing more money in the long run.

 

While bluffing can give some players a winning advantage when done right, they should not enter into games with the sole intention to bluff. A player should only bluff when they are confident that they are able to win according to the ways in which the other players have been playing up until that point in the game.

 

The answer to this question is more simple than most people might think. The best time to bluff is when you feel that your opponent is about to fold. However, it takes a lot of practice to be able to tell when your opponent plans to fold. Players will need to practice a lot to be able to know exactly when to bluff and when not to. Learning how to implement bluffs successfully takes time and practice. There are no concrete rules when it comes to bluffing and every hand is different. The best that a player can do is learn how to identify certain situations in which a bluff is more likely to produce winning results.

 

The most important aspect of bluffing is knowing how to do a “poker face”. Sharp intellect and keen instincts need to be combined with the ability to not show any emotions. You should not reveal anything besides casual involvement in the game. Always look at your cards casually as well. Try to stay calm and keep facial expressions to a minimum. If you have a bad hand, never let on that you are disappointed in any way. If you are having trouble keeping a straight face, consider the use of props. Things like hats, sunglasses and hooded shirts can help cover your face while you are playing.

 

Overall, it is important to keep in mind what’s at stake. If bluffing is done wrong, it can cost you a lot of money. Unless you have lots of practice under your belt, bluffing can be a risky tactic. However, it is sometimes worth the risk when opportunity strikes and you feel like you have a good chance to win by bluffing.