Is it worth bluffing preflop?

[alombrald]

I believe this strategy works well if it's a cash game and depending on the opponent of the table

 

[pentazepam]

If they fold too much, bluff more; if they call too much, bluff less. Rinse and repeat.

 

[phantoma69]

i think no point at bluff preflop mby when u go to far in tournament and when u are big chipleader, then its good only

 

[maronza1]

I do not believe its best to bluff preflop, unless when someone minraises and shows signs of weakness

 

[dorsk]

bluffing preflop with an openraise in a shorthanded cash game is a trick of the trade that must be implemented, but rarely at micro stakes. Too many calling stations.

 

[dreamer13]

Already from preflop, we expand our range towards medium and even weak hands, depending on the position. The goal is to create an image of a loose player so that our premium hands are better paid.It is always easier to attack than to defend, be it football, basketball, chess or any other sport. And poker is certainly no exception.

 

[MishkaZL]

I believe this strategy works well if it's a cash game and depending on the opponent of the table

This strategy is also known as playing bingo, or simply playing with junk. Does it work? .... sometimes yes, but in the long run it will bring you losses and disappointment.

 

[thetick33]

I believe this strategy works well if it's a cash game and depending on the opponent of the table

only couple scenario's....one got a read solid on a guy know can steal....2nd got a guy like hellmuth who hates being played back into constantly another read ive done with him often pisses him off lol

 

[odonob]

Can you bluff pre flop even? The game is so random that with no information you are not really bluffing with any 2 cards before the flop comes out.

 

[frost234]

You need to have enough bluffs in your range and play them correctly.

 

[R.Holynskyi]

I believe this strategy works well if it's a cash game and depending on the opponent of the table

I don't play cash games, so I can't say anything about it. But as for tournaments, in my opinion, preflop bluffing is acceptable in the very late stages when the blinds are high enough and the opponents are playing tight enough.

 

[Magallaneroy]

Yes is worth it, especially if the players are weak

 

[makisaa]

It is a very risky strategy and the profits are on the air. Only a few times it can bring results. On the other hand, in critical situations like a final table it can be the game changer!

 

[mdnmdn]

A lot of variables come into play. Table stakes and size, players tight or aggressive, position, image. but if done right its a good tool and can be profitable

 

[WrongUsername]

against nits is very profitable to steal pre flop and post flop.

 

[martinoni]

I like to do it in Mystery Bounties

 

[mssmotilda]

You need to choose the right moments for this, and not do it too often.

 

[Poker Orifice]

duh

 

[LUKADONCICMVP]

u can´t win chips without stealing so yes.

 

[Mario7]

In general it depends on situation - position, opponents, your cards... Also, you can define bluff in different ways. Is opening from the buton with K5s a bluff? Is 3-betting or 4-betting with A5s a bluff? If so, than of course bluffing preflop is quite normal.

 

[phuchoidey1]

It depend on your opponent, you must understand what will they action

 

[Gilead]

Yeah, especially if you’re on the button.