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Poker Pro Ben Rolle Explains ICM Logic in a Crucial Bubble Hand
StrategySeptember 21, 2022·1 min read

Poker Pro Ben Rolle Explains ICM Logic in a Crucial Bubble Hand


The hand in question was played on the bubble with five players, but only four receive prizes. The author has the second-largest stack and holds AKo. The author decides to open with a mini-raise instead of pushing all-in, considering the risks involved. The chip leader pushes all-in, applying maximum pressure, and the author considers folding and not trying to steal the blinds.

The author analyzes the pushing ranges of other players, considering the ICM implications. The author suggests that the small blind should not push too widely and should consider more 3-bets. The author advises not to call with AKo in this situation, highlighting the risks and the importance of ICM logic.

The author discusses the impact of three short stacks on the decision-making process. The author suggests playing more aggressively to avoid a long bubble, emphasizing the need to adjust strategies based on the changing dynamics of the game.

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