Strategy

What is Polarised in Poker? Definition & Examples

Here's a clear definition with real-hand context, plus how it connects to the rest of your strategy.

Quick answer

Polarised — A range with only very strong hands and bluffs — no medium-strength hands.

In more detail

Polarised ranges play big bet sizes well. Common on rivers, where you typically have the nuts or air.

Common questions

What does Polarised mean in poker?

Polarised ranges play big bet sizes well. Common on rivers, where you typically have the nuts or air.

Related terms

Bluff
Betting or raising with a weak hand to make opponents fold.
Check-Raise
Checking, then raising after an opponent bets.
Fold Equity
The value gained from the chance opponents fold to your bet.
GTO
A mathematically unexploitable strategy.

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