Learning to Beat Tight Players in No Limit Games

Although most online No Limit players have a deserved reputation for being very loose, there are a lot more now that are resorting to a tighter playing style. Although they can be harder to handle, you can still find ways to beat them, and the first step is knowing the different types of tight players.

The standard tight player in No Limit is someone who will take part in the action only when he is holding something solid (i.e. premium). For this reason, do not expect him to make a bet or even call unless he has something in his hands. Expect him to sit out several hands and be patient.

The No Limit strategy against the standard tight player is to bluff him. Quite often they will fold easily, especially if there are scare cards on the flop. You should also make use of your position on the table to try and steal the blinds, for this is an area they are very susceptible to. However, when you get a raise from this player, you should fold, unless you have the nuts.

The tight passive players are often called rocks in No Limit, because their playing style is so tight and rigid. They will not just wait for the biggest hands, but also make sure that they are in prime position before even making a bet into the pot.

Because of this fact, you should try to play rocks aggressively. Steal the blinds whenever you have the chance, and you should also raise them whenever you have playable hands. Because you know they will only play when they have winnable hands, the No Limit strategy is to manage the pot. If he has the nuts, then you fold. Let them take the small pot.

The tight aggressive player is the most difficult of all to play against. They will often slay selectively, but also know when to push when they have the goods. They are also often aware of the pot odds. For this reason, you should try to diversify your approach. Use different No Limit strategies like bluffing, semi bluffing and making value bets. Do make yourself predictable, because these players are also often good readers.

Tight players are becoming more common in No Limit Holdem, but while that may be a cause for concern for concern for weak players, for the good ones it will give them an opportunity to expand their skills. As long as you are constantly honing your skill, these players should pose no problem.