Poker glossary
Head to Head
Head to head describes play between two players only—one-on-one.
Full explanation
Head to head describes play between two players only—one-on-one.
Explanation. In tournaments or cash games, if only two players remain active, the action is head‑to‑head. This shifts strategy dramatically—ranges widen and reading opponents intensifies. Understanding head‑to‑head dynamics is vital for endgame play in both tournament and cash contexts.