Equity & Logic Analysis
Risk Premium is one of the most important concepts in ICM theory. It explains why players need a higher win rate than usual to call all-in during the Bubble, final table, and prize jump phases. This article will fully analyze the origin and calculation logic of Risk Premium, and how it can change your calling and bluffing strategies.
Many players believe all tournament play is the same, but in reality, the payout structure directly impacts optimal decision-making. Flat payouts and steep payouts create drastically different ICM pressures and strategy choices. This article will provide a comprehensive analysis of how payout structure alters EV, Risk Premium, and overall tournament play.
Many players believe that ICM only affects calling range, but in fact, ICM has a significant impact on bluffing. During the Bubble and final table stages, bluffing success rates tend to increase significantly due to the higher risk of elimination for opponents. This article will provide a comprehensive analysis of how ICM alters bluffing strategies and how professional players utilize ICM pressure to create additional EV.
