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Tips for Transitioning from Online to Live Poker | Sarang Ahuja

Sarang Ahuja on essential tips for transitioning from online to live poker.

By Sarang AhujaPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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Are you looking to take your poker skills to the next level by playing in live tournaments? If so, there are a few things you need to know to make the transition successfully. This blog post will discuss some tips for switching from online poker to live poker. We'll cover topics such as choosing the proper tournament, preparing for the game, and dealing with tilt. So whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, read on for some valuable advice.

1) Be prepared for slow live poker

You need to know about live poker because it is often much slower than online poker. There can be up to a few minutes between each hand in a live game, whereas online poker is much faster-paced. This can be frustrating for some players, but it's essential to be patient and take your time. Also, be prepared to make decisions quickly when you get dealt a hand.

2) Be keen for spots to outplay your opponents after they flop

Also known as a "flop play," this is where you can take advantage of your opponents by making a move after the flop is dealt with. This is often when players make their biggest mistakes, so you can quickly take advantage of them if you can identify these opportunities.

3) Play tighter against aggression

If you're up against an opponent who is playing aggressively, it's often best to play tighter and wait for a better opportunity. This way, you can avoid getting into a conflict with a player who is more likely to win. Also, if you're playing against a more passive player, you can be more aggressive and try to take the pot.

4) Play a lot tighter against 4-bets

In addition to playing tighter against aggression, you should also be more careful when facing a 4-bet. This is because your opponent is likely to have a very strong hand, and you don't want to get caught in a pot with a player who has the advantage.

5) Get a training buddy or mentor

If you're serious about improving your game, it's good to find someone who can help you with your training. This could be a friend interested in poker or a professional coach. Either way, having someone to help you with your game can be a great way to improve your skills.

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About Sarang Ahuja

Sarang Ahuja is a seasoned and experienced poker player, currently residing in Houston Texas. Sarang has been competed in different poker events and has placed highly in several events across the United States. He got his start in poker in 2005, but completed his first tournament in 2009. He participated in the 40th Annual World Series of Poker, in the No-Limit Hold'em with a buy in of $1,500. Sarang finished the tournament over the course of three days by finishing 31st and cashing out over $15,000.

The year after, Sarang Ahuja competed in the 41st Annual World Series of Poker. Entering Event 5 with a $1,500 buy-in with over 2000 entrants and a prize pool of $3 million. Ahuja continued his great performance streak, continuing to show his talent and leaving the tournament in 34th place with over $12,000. When not competing in the World Series of Poker, Sarang Ahuja has competed in other tournaments across the country, including most recently the Philly Poker Main Event, where he placed in 28th place.

When he's not playing poker, Sarang Ahuja is a dedicated financial professional. Having been invested in math from a young age, he decided that finance was the best place for him to go. By the time he graduated high school, Sarang had interned at two well known financial firms. He then went to attend Florida State University for a Bachelor's degree in finance, even going to get his Master's in finance from FSU's Warrington College of Business Administration. He understands that a good handle on finance is essential for any business's success, and has worked for a number of different businesses over the course of his career.

To learn more about Sarang Ahuja, be sure to visit his websites!

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Sarang Ahuja

Sarang Ahuja is a Senior Manager of US Commercial Operations at TC Energy in Houston, Texas. To learn more about Sarang Ahuja, be sure to visit sarangahujapoker.com!

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