Where you sit in Teen Patti matters a lot! The last person to bet sees what everyone else does, which gives them a big advantage. Let's break down how to play in each position(take 5 players as example) :
Last Player (5th Position)
This is the best position, you get to see what everyone else does before make decision.
- If others seem scared, raise with decent cards
- Bluff once in a while when others look weak
- Pay attention to who bets big and who plays safe
- With average cards, just call if the pot is small
First Player
This is the toughest spot because you have no information of others.
- Only play strong hands and fold the weak ones
- Don't bluff much - it rarely works from this position, especially with pros!
- With decent cards, just call to see what happens
- Watch how others react to learn their style- and do this whatever position you are!
Second Player
Still tough, but you've seen one person's act, so you can be a little bit agressive.
- Since you already put money in, decent cards are worth a call
- If the first player bets small, you can call to see more cards
- Think about if the pot is worth chasing
- Save big bets for your strongest hands
Middle Player (3rd Position)
You've seen two players act, and there are two more after you.
- You can play slightly weaker hands than in early positions
- Try small raises when the first two players look weak
- Be ready to fold if the players after you start raising
- Bluff carefully - don't risk too much. But it worth bluffing if you feel the others are weak.
Fourth Player
Almost as good as being last - you've seen most players act.
- You can play more hands here
- If nobody has raised, take control with a bet. Especially with good hands!
- Good position to bluff when earlier players keep folding
- Watch the early players closely for clues about their cards
Quick Tips
- Adjust to your opponents - some are aggressive, some passive
- Don't make huge bets with average cards
- Look for nervous habits that give away hand strength
- Change your strategy based on your position each round
The later your position, the better! Players in positions 4 and 5 have more information and can be more aggressive. Early positions (1 and 2) should play carefully and fold more often. The middle position needs a mix of both styles. Pay attention to how others play, use your position wisely, and you'll start to win more and more!