For all those avid poker fans who are unaware of what this epic Poker tournament is, you should be ashamed! The Poker Ashes is an annual poker tournament between the Australians and the English. The crème de la crème of both sides professional cricket teams get together and battle it out on a slightly different field than they are otherwise used to – a felt poker
The poker ashes is more than either a cricket or poker game, it is a symbol of pride and patriotism to both sides. Poker is developing into a national game down under and the poker ashes is simply a demonstration of this.
Following poker in other countries has its advantages. You can watch and develop new styles of play from other cultures. Their alternative interpretations of the game can only lead to innovation with which to broaden your tactic pool. What better place to start than in Australia, and with a interesting tournament to follow. The name is the Poker Ashes, its gona be big!