I have this call-it a hung-up, a theory whatever it is, that basically I avoid being the third person going all-in - MOST OF THE TIME.
In most circumstances - I have the assumption that at least one - and perhaps both have a hand that is at least closely comparable to my hand.
Of course - I can triple-up, but the chances, to get knocked out of the the game in my opinion basically most of the time are not worth the risk.
This does not apply if I am very short - or huge stack.
And here is an example (true it is results I am unhappy about). I did go AGAINST my general rule, and did get in as a third person in the game. I had a decent stack. It was a real sweet game - The FTR $600 added on PartyPoker.
And - when cards were turned - here I was thinking - WOW - maybe being third in is not a bad thing after all...
BUT....
I did 3xBB, the other 2 guys went all-in - then was my turn
I'm not particularly proud of the call I made... it was a bit on a
"Darn - I have to try this"
But curious - if anyone has a general "hung-up" like I do about being third person in.
Again it is not a hard and fast rule (I guess nothing really is) but it is a situation I prefer to stay out of.
Don't just think about being the 3rd all in as a vague concept where one time you called with JJ and were right but "normally" you call and find yourself "behind" (which may still be a profitable call.
What do you think about being the THIRD ALL-IN?
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