Most beginners in Texas Hold'em are often inexperienced when it
comes to what cards to play and what cards to fold.

When given your two initial cards, you have the option of
calling the blinds or folding, unless someone else raised. If
these two cards are very good, you probably want to call the
blind, or even raise it. Here are some excellent pocket cards
to start with.

1. High Pocket Pair (2 Aces, 2 K's, 2 Q's, etc.)

2. High Cards in general(A-K a.k.a. "Big Slick, K-J)

3. Suited Connectors (J-10 of spades, K-Q of clubs)

These starting cards will give you the best probability of
winning the hand and they are typically the ones you want to
play. The problem, of course, is that you are not going to get
these starting cards every time!

Sometimes you get mediocre cards. These cards are definitely
playable but it depends on how much money you have and you how
much you are willing to risk.

After the excellent and mediocre hands, there are the
unfavorable hands. These hands are the ones you probably will
want to fold. Some typical unfavorable hands would include 4-7
, 9-3, and the worst possible starting hand u can get which is
2-7 off suit.

So when playing you're next game of Texas Hold'em, think about
what you have before you call. The best chances of winning the
hand are when you have great pocket cards.

About The Author: Eric is the owner of
http://www.crazyjackspoker.com and is an avid poker player.

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