Badugi is a draw poker variant where the best hand consists of four low cards of different suits and ranks.
Explanation. Badugi is played with four cards per player and uses a triple draw format, where players can exchange cards up to three times to improve their hand. The goal is to make the lowest possible hand with no pairs and all cards of different suits. A perfect hand is A-2-3-4 in four different suits. It is part of many mixed-game rotations and emphasizes hand reading, discipline, and understanding of unique lowball rules, making it ideal for intermediate-level players.