What are some common mistakes players make when limping in?

[Mike_25]

Players often make mistakes when limping in with marginal hands. Limping conveys weakness, inviting aggression. Opponents may raise bigger with inferior hands, hoping you'll fold. Only limp strong hands or as a semi-bluff. Don't get caught in a raising war with an underdog hand. Pay close attention to betting patterns and tendencies. Some players will take advantage of a limp to push out weaker competitors. Skill and discipline are required to limp profitably. With experience, limping can be a strategic play, but beginners beware.

 

[Dallax]

Limping in is when a player calls the big blind without raising. It is a very common mistake that players make in poker, and there are a few reasons why. It's a passive play. Limping in does not give you any control over the pot. You are simply calling the big blind and hoping to see a flop. This can be a good strategy if you have a strong hand, but it is not a good strategy if you have a weak hand.