Been on a downward spiral the last few days. I don't feel like I'm playing too much differently to previously, so I believe this is my first real spell of variance since I started this diary.
For some reason, over the last two days, the number of £55 turbo DYM tournaments has been considerably less. I'm not sure why people have stopped registering. This has really hurt my profitability.
Been on a downward spiral the last few days. I don't feel like I'm playing too much differently to previously, so I believe this is my first real spell of variance since I started this diary.
For some reason, over the last two days, the number of £55 turbo DYM tournaments has been considerably less. I'm not sure why people have stopped registering. This has really hurt my profitability.
Been on a downward spiral the last few days. I don't feel like I'm playing too much differently to previously, so I believe this is my first real spell of variance since I started this diary.
For some reason, over the last two days, the number of £55 turbo DYM tournaments has been considerably less. I'm not sure why people have stopped registering. This has really hurt my profitability.
It might be as many of the DYM players have moved their play to Streak Week, which does not include £55ers.
I had thought that, but I'm playing the £11 tournaments too now and the names I'm coming across are NOT the ones I usually see at the £55 level.
Out of interest, why has Sky limited that promotion to £11? I'm struggling to see how that makes business sense. Personally, I'm spending a lot less money this week due to the promotion compared to normal.
Been on a downward spiral the last few days. I don't feel like I'm playing too much differently to previously, so I believe this is my first real spell of variance since I started this diary.
For some reason, over the last two days, the number of £55 turbo DYM tournaments has been considerably less. I'm not sure why people have stopped registering. This has really hurt my profitability.
It might be as many of the DYM players have moved their play to Streak Week, which does not include £55ers.
I had thought that, but I'm playing the £11 tournaments too now and the names I'm coming across are NOT the ones I usually see at the £55 level.
Out of interest, why has Sky limited that promotion to £11? I'm struggling to see how that makes business sense. Personally, I'm spending a lot less money this week due to the promotion compared to normal.
I suspect it is limited to a maximum of £11 games as liquidity is too thin at the higher stakes, so the league table would be too shallow.
Still, it's a measure of your progress that "lack of £55 games is hurting my profitability". You could not have dreamed of that a few months back.
Been on a downward spiral the last few days. I don't feel like I'm playing too much differently to previously, so I believe this is my first real spell of variance since I started this diary.
For some reason, over the last two days, the number of £55 turbo DYM tournaments has been considerably less. I'm not sure why people have stopped registering. This has really hurt my profitability.
It might be as many of the DYM players have moved their play to Streak Week, which does not include £55ers.
I had thought that, but I'm playing the £11 tournaments too now and the names I'm coming across are NOT the ones I usually see at the £55 level.
Out of interest, why has Sky limited that promotion to £11? I'm struggling to see how that makes business sense. Personally, I'm spending a lot less money this week due to the promotion compared to normal.
I suspect it is limited to a maximum of £11 games as liquidity is too thin at the higher stakes, so the league table would be too shallow.
Still, it's a measure of your progress that "lack of £55 games is hurting my profitability". You could not have dreamed of that a few months back.
Played another 6-Max Freezeout at DTD in Nottingham on Wednesday (my 4th, I think). Felt confident the whole way through, despite a guy openly criticising my play numerous times, and also stating that my "table talk was really bad" (he was probably right).
Still made some bad errors, mainly due to pressure, but I do feel like I am making big strides every time I play now.
62 entered, and I had an average stack with 30 players remaining. My stack size was 175k, and the BB was 10k. Stack of 100k shoves on me from the CO pre-flop. I call with AA, he had 44. 4 hits on the river. That's how I lost a big portion of my stack, but it happens. Definitely the right call, despite the result.
Played another 6-Max Freezeout at DTD in Nottingham on Wednesday (my 4th, I think). Felt confident the whole way through, despite a guy openly criticising my play numerous times, and also stating that my "table talk was really bad" (he was probably right).
Still made some bad errors, mainly due to pressure, but I do feel like I am making big strides every time I play now.
62 entered, and I had an average stack with 30 players remaining. My stack size was 175k, and the BB was 10k. Stack of 100k shoves on me from the CO pre-flop. I call with AA, he had 44. 4 hits on the river. That's how I lost a big portion of my stack, but it happens. Definitely the right call, despite the result.
Yeah, I think it’s safe to say that your pre flop call with Aces was ok 😉
I would be interested to know what the table talk was. Just a personal view but I wouldn't be getting too involved in poker related table chat while you aren't that experienced with live poker as I think you can be giving away too much information and I think there is a tendency for players to overestimate their ability at table chat.
Obviously this depends on personalities but in terms of non poker chat I would be getting involved lots as it makes the game more social and fun.
I don't really remember the specifics of the table talk. I seem to remember making a big raise on the river and giving the opponent a decision to make - at which point he started talking to me - and of course I was responding.
Point taken about reducing poker-related table talk and increasing non-poker chatter. That does seem like a good strategy at this stage in my development.
Been on a downward spiral the last few days. I don't feel like I'm playing too much differently to previously, so I believe this is my first real spell of variance since I started this diary.
For some reason, over the last two days, the number of £55 turbo DYM tournaments has been considerably less. I'm not sure why people have stopped registering. This has really hurt my profitability.
They continue to be considerably less now that the promo has finished - this is because of the high rake (see topic in main forum). A fiver in rake for a game that lasts 12 mins on average doesn't sound like a good deal to me.
I don't really remember the specifics of the table talk. I seem to remember making a big raise on the river and giving the opponent a decision to make - at which point he started talking to me - and of course I was responding.
Point taken about reducing poker-related table talk and increasing non-poker chatter. That does seem like a good strategy at this stage in my development.
Hi,
Now Im not the best qualified to give advice but I do enjoy table talk. However when it comes to talk during a hand I adopt only 1 of 2 responses.
If Im all in and the opponent starts yammering away I either have a 1000 yard stare into the centre of the table making sure that I cant see him in my peripheral vision or If hes staring at me and gabbing I just stare straight back usually at a spot about 3 inches above his head.
Now if Ive put a big bet or raise in and the opponent starts with the "do you want a call?" speech its either again 1000 yard stare but riffling my chips because Im always doing that and to not may be a tell. Or I say "No I want you to repop it, forcing me to shove. You cant fold for what you have left and I get the double up. Thank you."
Generally I never instigate talk ala Will Kassouf as I feel you can give away more information than you receive.
Ill talk to tilt ppl in a live game and give a rubdown where its merited but understand theres a line between irritating and insulting.
Been on a downward spiral the last few days. I don't feel like I'm playing too much differently to previously, so I believe this is my first real spell of variance since I started this diary.
For some reason, over the last two days, the number of £55 turbo DYM tournaments has been considerably less. I'm not sure why people have stopped registering. This has really hurt my profitability.
They continue to be considerably less now that the promo has finished - this is because of the high rake (see topic in main forum). A fiver in rake for a game that lasts 12 mins on average doesn't sound like a good deal to me.
You're right, they haven't picked up, and I can't argue with people's logic for not playing them. If this carries on, I will have to start playing on other sites
I don't really remember the specifics of the table talk. I seem to remember making a big raise on the river and giving the opponent a decision to make - at which point he started talking to me - and of course I was responding.
Point taken about reducing poker-related table talk and increasing non-poker chatter. That does seem like a good strategy at this stage in my development.
Hi,
Now Im not the best qualified to give advice but I do enjoy table talk. However when it comes to talk during a hand I adopt only 1 of 2 responses.
If Im all in and the opponent starts yammering away I either have a 1000 yard stare into the centre of the table making sure that I cant see him in my peripheral vision or If hes staring at me and gabbing I just stare straight back usually at a spot about 3 inches above his head.
Now if Ive put a big bet or raise in and the opponent starts with the "do you want a call?" speech its either again 1000 yard stare but riffling my chips because Im always doing that and to not may be a tell. Or I say "No I want you to repop it, forcing me to shove. You cant fold for what you have left and I get the double up. Thank you."
Generally I never instigate talk ala Will Kassouf as I feel you can give away more information than you receive.
Ill talk to tilt ppl in a live game and give a rubdown where its merited but understand theres a line between irritating and insulting.
Keep up the diary
Mark
So in essence what you're saying is to have a "table talk" procedure and stick to it, which does make sense. I'll take that advice on board, thanks!
Ill talk to tilt ppl in a live game and give a rubdown where its merited but understand theres a line between irritating and insulting.
Mark
I'm not a big fan of this. I know one of our aims is to win money, but the joy of playing live is enhanced by a jovial atmosphere whilst you are playing. I wouldn't consciously try to do anything to dampen that.
My opinion is there are very few players who can talk during a hand, & not give away information (but lots of people who think they can). If I'm in a pot, especially against competent players, I talk the absolute minimum. Lots of time to talk when you are not playing a hand when you are a nit.
I don't really remember the specifics of the table talk. I seem to remember making a big raise on the river and giving the opponent a decision to make - at which point he started talking to me - and of course I was responding.
Point taken about reducing poker-related table talk and increasing non-poker chatter. That does seem like a good strategy at this stage in my development.
Hi,
Now Im not the best qualified to give advice but I do enjoy table talk. However when it comes to talk during a hand I adopt only 1 of 2 responses.
If Im all in and the opponent starts yammering away I either have a 1000 yard stare into the centre of the table making sure that I cant see him in my peripheral vision or If hes staring at me and gabbing I just stare straight back usually at a spot about 3 inches above his head.
Now if Ive put a big bet or raise in and the opponent starts with the "do you want a call?" speech its either again 1000 yard stare but riffling my chips because Im always doing that and to not may be a tell. Or I say "No I want you to repop it, forcing me to shove. You cant fold for what you have left and I get the double up. Thank you."
Generally I never instigate talk ala Will Kassouf as I feel you can give away more information than you receive.
Ill talk to tilt ppl in a live game and give a rubdown where its merited but understand theres a line between irritating and insulting.
Keep up the diary
Mark
So in essence what you're saying is to have a "table talk" procedure and stick to it, which does make sense. I'll take that advice on board, thanks!
I tend to say nothing, and adopt the "stare into the distance" approach. The only thing I will sometimes answer is "do you want a call?" The only response I will give, is an apologetic grin, and saying "Now you've paused, yes".
Because it makes it sound like I have a hand that is strong, but beatable. Whereas I normally have the nuts or air
I don't really remember the specifics of the table talk. I seem to remember making a big raise on the river and giving the opponent a decision to make - at which point he started talking to me - and of course I was responding.
Point taken about reducing poker-related table talk and increasing non-poker chatter. That does seem like a good strategy at this stage in my development.
Hi,
Now Im not the best qualified to give advice but I do enjoy table talk. However when it comes to talk during a hand I adopt only 1 of 2 responses.
If Im all in and the opponent starts yammering away I either have a 1000 yard stare into the centre of the table making sure that I cant see him in my peripheral vision or If hes staring at me and gabbing I just stare straight back usually at a spot about 3 inches above his head.
Now if Ive put a big bet or raise in and the opponent starts with the "do you want a call?" speech its either again 1000 yard stare but riffling my chips because Im always doing that and to not may be a tell. Or I say "No I want you to repop it, forcing me to shove. You cant fold for what you have left and I get the double up. Thank you."
Generally I never instigate talk ala Will Kassouf as I feel you can give away more information than you receive.
Ill talk to tilt ppl in a live game and give a rubdown where its merited but understand theres a line between irritating and insulting.
Keep up the diary
Mark
So in essence what you're saying is to have a "table talk" procedure and stick to it, which does make sense. I'll take that advice on board, thanks!
I tend to say nothing, and adopt the "stare into the distance" approach. The only thing I will sometimes answer is "do you want a call?" The only response I will give, is an apologetic grin, and saying "Now you've paused, yes".
Because it makes it sound like I have a hand that is strong, but beatable. Whereas I normally have air
I just had a weird hand in a £55 TDYM where I knew I was behind, but called a shove anyway on the basis that "if I lose the hand, I will only lose half my stack, and I'm good enough to win it back anyway".
Not the optimal play obviously, and I need to watch that, but, I am delighted with the level of confidence I have right now.
I just had a weird hand in a £55 TDYM where I knew I was behind, but called a shove anyway on the basis that "if I lose the hand, I will only lose half my stack, and I'm good enough to win it back anyway".
Not the optimal play obviously, and I need to watch that, but, I am delighted with the level of confidence I have right now.
That sounds like a terrible attitude to have for a DYM game, where chip preservation is absolutely key.
I just had a weird hand in a £55 TDYM where I knew I was behind, but called a shove anyway on the basis that "if I lose the hand, I will only lose half my stack, and I'm good enough to win it back anyway".
Not the optimal play obviously, and I need to watch that, but, I am delighted with the level of confidence I have right now.
That sounds like a terrible attitude to have for a DYM game, where chip preservation is absolutely key.
I completely agree, which is why I posted that on here to "check myself" a bit. But, on the plus side, I am loving the amount of confidence I have right now
I just won the £1500 Quickdraw tournament to scoop £320 plus £227.23 in head prizes. I needed that as it had been a while since I cashed in an MTT, although admittedly I have not been playing them particularly regularly of late.
There was a funny moment during the final four where chicknMelt and devil_tear politely reminded me that I am not in a DYM after folding this hand:
Player
Action
Cards
Amount
Pot
Balance
devil_tear
Small blind
2000.00
2000.00
19220.00
chicknMelt
Big blind
4000.00
6000.00
36180.50
Your hole cards
9
A
longjob
Fold
peter27
Raise
8000.00
14000.00
36260.00
devil_tear
All-in
19220.00
33220.00
0.00
chicknMelt
Fold
peter27
Fold
devil_tear
Muck
devil_tear
Win
20000.00
20000.00
devil_tear
Return
13220.00
0.00
33220.00
Is that such an easy call? I mean, chicknMelt suggested I should be calling with any two - and given how good he is, I'm sure he's right. I'm not sure I understand why though. I would have to put 30% of my stack into the pot, with only A9s. I know that four-handed that's a pretty large starting hand, but would devil_tear be shoving anything worse than this after I had already raised? Maybe A2-A8 given that he only has approx. 10 BB's. Would he be shoving Kx+ though? I don't think most players would, despite the small stack.
Maybe I just need to look at it with fresh eyes later. Or, maybe I have been playing too many DYM's.
Below is the (very lucky) hand that won me the tournament.
Player
Action
Cards
Amount
Pot
Balance
longjob
Small blind
3000.00
3000.00
58520.00
peter27
Big blind
6000.00
9000.00
92480.00
Your hole cards
K
2
longjob
Raise
9000.00
18000.00
49520.00
peter27
Call
6000.00
24000.00
86480.00
Flop
10
10
6
peter27
Check
longjob
Check
Turn
K
peter27
Bet
12000.00
36000.00
74480.00
longjob
Raise
24000.00
60000.00
25520.00
peter27
All-in
74480.00
134480.00
0.00
longjob
All-in
25520.00
160000.00
0.00
peter27
Unmatched bet
36960.00
123040.00
36960.00
longjob
Show
8
10
peter27
Show
K
2
River
K
peter27
Win
Full House, Kings and 10s
123040.00
160000.00
Anyone have any idea why these hands are displaying in a different format? I don't see the suits for the second one. Perhaps it's just my browser though?
Comments
Been on a downward spiral the last few days. I don't feel like I'm playing too much differently to previously, so I believe this is my first real spell of variance since I started this diary.
For some reason, over the last two days, the number of £55 turbo DYM tournaments has been considerably less. I'm not sure why people have stopped registering. This has really hurt my profitability.
It might be as many of the DYM players have moved their play to Streak Week, which does not include £55ers.
Out of interest, why has Sky limited that promotion to £11? I'm struggling to see how that makes business sense. Personally, I'm spending a lot less money this week due to the promotion compared to normal.
Still, it's a measure of your progress that "lack of £55 games is hurting my profitability". You could not have dreamed of that a few months back.
Yep, true. All-in-all, it's going well, despite some shaky recent form.
Still made some bad errors, mainly due to pressure, but I do feel like I am making big strides every time I play now.
62 entered, and I had an average stack with 30 players remaining. My stack size was 175k, and the BB was 10k. Stack of 100k shoves on me from the CO pre-flop. I call with AA, he had 44. 4 hits on the river. That's how I lost a big portion of my stack, but it happens. Definitely the right call, despite the result.
What was your table talk?
I would be interested to know what the table talk was. Just a personal view but I wouldn't be getting too involved in poker related table chat while you aren't that experienced with live poker as I think you can be giving away too much information and I think there is a tendency for players to overestimate their ability at table chat.
Obviously this depends on personalities but in terms of non poker chat I would be getting involved lots as it makes the game more social and fun.
Point taken about reducing poker-related table talk and increasing non-poker chatter. That does seem like a good strategy at this stage in my development.
Now Im not the best qualified to give advice but I do enjoy table talk. However when it comes to talk during a hand I adopt only 1 of 2 responses.
If Im all in and the opponent starts yammering away I either have a 1000 yard stare into the centre of the table making sure that I cant see him in my peripheral vision or If hes staring at me and gabbing I just stare straight back usually at a spot about 3 inches above his head.
Now if Ive put a big bet or raise in and the opponent starts with the "do you want a call?" speech its either again 1000 yard stare but riffling my chips because Im always doing that and to not may be a tell. Or I say "No I want you to repop it, forcing me to shove. You cant fold for what you have left and I get the double up. Thank you."
Generally I never instigate talk ala Will Kassouf as I feel you can give away more information than you receive.
Ill talk to tilt ppl in a live game and give a rubdown where its merited but understand theres a line between irritating and insulting.
Keep up the diary
Mark
I know one of our aims is to win money, but the joy of playing live is enhanced by a jovial atmosphere whilst you are playing. I wouldn't consciously try to do anything to dampen that.
My opinion is there are very few players who can talk during a hand, & not give away information (but lots of people who think they can).
If I'm in a pot, especially against competent players, I talk the absolute minimum.
Lots of time to talk when you are not playing a hand when you are a nit.
The only thing I will sometimes answer is "do you want a call?" The only response I will give, is an apologetic grin, and saying "Now you've paused, yes".
Because it makes it sound like I have a hand that is strong, but beatable. Whereas I normally have the nuts or air
That's the mushy peas.
Not the optimal play obviously, and I need to watch that, but, I am delighted with the level of confidence I have right now.
There was a funny moment during the final four where chicknMelt and devil_tear politely reminded me that I am not in a DYM after folding this hand:
Maybe I just need to look at it with fresh eyes later. Or, maybe I have been playing too many DYM's.
Below is the (very lucky) hand that won me the tournament.