This time, I would like to summarize how to deal with lymphoma.
◆Limper◆
Most players who limp are recreational players.
I say “basically” because depending on the stack and position situation, limping can be a valid strategy, and even advanced players sometimes use it. Knowing
how to deal with limpers will allow you to play more often with recreational players, which can lead to big profits.
Limpers can be broadly divided into two categories:
●WT (Weak Tight Player)
In terms of statistics, a WT is a player with a VPIP of 11 and a PFR of 5.
Compared to standard stats, both the VPIP and PFR are lower.
The limp range of such a player could be small pairs, weak Aces, suited connectors, or sometimes strong Aces like AJ and AQ.
Because their hand range itself is narrow, it is relatively easy to predict.
And post-flop, they tend to play straightforwardly to hands that fit or fold.
●WL (Weak Loose Player)
In terms of stats, WL is a player with a VPIP of 32 and a PFR of 6.
Like WT, WL also has a low PFR and is not a player who takes the initiative.
VPIP is quite high, and unlike WT, it is difficult to predict their hand range, and many junk hands are included.
Players like this tend to call if they get even the slightest bit of luck, such as a bottom hit on the flop or a gutshot draw.
Countermeasures against limpers
By using appropriate countermeasures depending on the type of limper player, you can play more profitably.
It is important to understand your opponent’s tendencies from stats such as VPIP, PFR, open limp rate, and limp fold rate.
Here, we will consider the limper player types mentioned above.
●VS WT
WT tend to fit or fold, so CB on the flop is effective.
However, if your CB on the flop is called or you receive a strong action such as a check-raise, don’t force yourself and give up on the pot.
WT’s hand range is relatively easy to read and bluff, so you can isolate with a wider range.
●VS WL
WL’s hand range is difficult to narrow down, and they tend to call loosely post-flop, so you need to isolate with a stronger hand range.
Aiming for thick value with a strong hand range is a profitable play.
Therefore, it is appropriate to isolate with hand ranges like AJo+, KJs+, and 88+, which are easy to fight post-flop.
If you make a mistake on the flop, it is important not to force a cornerback and to give up the pot.
◆Other points to note◆
Here are some things to keep in mind when playing against Limper:
Limper Tendency
In addition to the type of limper player, other important stats include limp-fold rate (how often they fold against an isolate) and limp-3bet rate (how often they raise against an isolate).
You can isolate loosely against players with a high limp-fold rate, but you’ll need to isolate within a tight range against players with a high limp-3bet rate.
You also need to understand the tendencies of the players behind you who
still have action remaining. If there are a lot of loose callers behind you, you should increase your isolate raises or tighten your range. You should also tighten your range if there are players with a high 3-betting rate or strong players targeting players who isolate.
Stack Situation The
effective stack situation is also an important factor.
A deep effective stack gives you a greater skill edge and position advantage, allowing you to isolate loosely, but a small effective stack requires you to tighten your isolation range.
●Bet Sizing
While there are some strong players among limpers, the majority are recreational players.
Against such players, a very simple strategy of small bluffs and large value bets is effective.
Many of these players tend to fold if there’s nothing going on, regardless of the bet size, and call if there is. Being passive is also one of their characteristics.
Thin Value Bets
Many limpers are recreational players, and they often call with weak draws or weak pairs in order to draw two pairs or trips.
Against these players, going for thin value, especially on the flop and turn, is an effective strategy.
Be sure to aim for value, especially on draw-heavy boards.
● Bluffing
Limpers generally have a high VPIP and tend to have a wide, weak range.
This means that they still have many junk hands when the flop comes up, so cbetting on the flop is an effective strategy. However,
if you’re called on the flop, it means you have a hand that isn’t air, making it harder to fold on the turn than on the flop.
Therefore, if you’re betting against a limper after the turn, pay attention to the board texture and your opponent’s tendencies and bluff sparingly.
