All-in
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Basic Definition
An "all-in" is an action in poker where a player bets or raises by wagering all of their chips. It's a highly impactful play because it puts all of one's funds at risk.
Specific Situation
- Your hand is
, and the flop is 
. When faced with a large bet from your opponent, you aim for maximum value by choosing to go all-in with the second nuts. - In a tournament, when your chips are running low and you're down to 10BB or less, if you receive
pre-flop, you go all-in to make your move. (Push)
Important Information
- The timing of going all-in is extremely important. It should be done after carefully considering the situation and the strength of your hand. An unplanned all-in increases the risk of significant losses.
- When facing an all-in, it's important to calmly assess whether your hand is appropriate against your opponent's range. This is especially crucial in tournaments, where losing all your chips could mean being knocked out of the game.
Examples of Term Usage
"The opponent went all-in, but since I have 
, which is a strong enough hand, I'll call."