$1/$2 Cash Game Preflop Strategy - Mastering The Fundamentals

Jonathan Little
20 Oct 2024
Intermediate
This article is for medium-skilled players
Holdem Strategy

A comprehensive guide covering preflop strategy for $1/$2 live cash games. Topics include optimal raise sizing from different positions, three-betting ranges, blind play, and adjusting to common player types. The content focuses on fundamental concepts while explaining why certain hands should be played or folded in specific situations.

The video emphasizes playing tighter than typical live players, using smaller raise sizes, and adjusting basic GTO ranges based on opponents' tendencies and mistakes.

Essential Preflop Strategy Points:

  • Raise to 2.5BB from most positions instead of traditional 5BB
  • Three-bet larger from out of position than in position
  • Avoid limping - either raise or fold
  • Play tighter when there's significant rake
  • Don't copy losing players' strategies
  • Consider position when selecting hands to play
  • Fold most offsuit hands in multiway pots
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