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Position and action order

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are posted. Players are shown clockwise from the button. Chip amounts are used throughout.

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
  2. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    Under the gun (UTG) acts first preflop, immediately after the big blind. This player folds; the action moves clockwise to the hijack.

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
  3. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The hijack folds. Folding gives up this hand, so this seat is skipped for the rest of the action.

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
  4. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The cutoff folds. The cutoff is the seat immediately before the button; the position names stay fixed for this hand.

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 200 · In this round 0
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
  5. Preflop · Pot: 9 chips

    The button opens to 6 chips. The button is the dealer position, but it is not the last player to act preflop: the blinds still have a decision.

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
  6. Preflop · Pot: 9 chips

    The small blind folds. Its forced 1-chip blind stays in the pot. The big blind is next to act.

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 1 · Folded
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
  7. Preflop · Pot: 13 chips

    The big blind calls 4 more chips, bringing its contribution to 6. The preflop round is complete: the pot contains 6 + 6 + the folded small blind’s 1 chip.

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 1 · Folded
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
  8. Flop · Pot: 13 chips

    After the flop, action starts with the first remaining player clockwise after the button. The small blind folded, so the big blind acts first. The button acts last.

    Board: Ace of diamonds (Ad)7 of spades (7s)2 of hearts (2h)

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
  9. Flop · Pot: 13 chips

    The big blind checks because no one has bet on the flop. The action passes to the button without moving any chips.

    Board: Ace of diamonds (Ad)7 of spades (7s)2 of hearts (2h)

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
  10. Flop · Pot: 17 chips

    The button bets 4 chips. Acting last lets this player see the big blind’s check before deciding what to do. This is an illustrative line, not a strategy recommendation.

    Board: Ace of diamonds (Ad)7 of spades (7s)2 of hearts (2h)

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 190 · In this round 4
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
  11. Flop · Pot: 13 chips

    The big blind folds. The button’s uncalled 4 chips are returned, leaving a 13-chip pot won by the button. On the next hand the button would move; this lesson shows just one hand.

    Board: Ace of diamonds (Ad)7 of spades (7s)2 of hearts (2h)

    • Button BTN Ace of spades (As)Queen of hearts (Qh) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Small blind SB 8 of clubs (8c)3 of diamonds (3d) · Stack 199 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Big blind BB King of hearts (Kh)Jack of diamonds (Jd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Under the gun UTG 9 of clubs (9c)4 of diamonds (4d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Hijack HJ 10 of spades (Ts)6 of clubs (6c) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded
    • Cutoff CO 7 of clubs (7c)5 of diamonds (5d) · Stack 200 · In this round 0 · Folded

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.

Postflop

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Queen of diamonds (Qd) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Player A raises to 6 before the flop.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Queen of diamonds (Qd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  3. Preflop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B calls. Each player has put in 6 chips.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Queen of diamonds (Qd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
  4. Flop · Pot: 12 chips

    The betting after the flop is called postflop. Player B acts first.

    Board: King of spades (Ks)7 of diamonds (7d)2 of hearts (2h)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Queen of diamonds (Qd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 194 · In this round 0

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.

Understanding pot odds

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Player A opens to 6 chips.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  3. Preflop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B calls 4 more chips.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
  4. Flop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player A has a flush draw; Player B has a set.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
  5. Flop · Pot: 18 chips

    Player B bets 6 into 12. The pot is now 18.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 188 · In this round 6
  6. Flop · Pot: 24 chips

    Calling costs 6 to contest a final 24-chip pot: 6 / 24 = 25%. Pot odds alone are not a full decision rule; future betting and the opponent’s range also matter.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 188 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 188 · In this round 6
  7. Turn · Pot: 24 chips

    The turn does not complete the flush.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)3 of spades (3s)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
  8. Turn · Pot: 24 chips

    Player B checks in this illustrative line.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)3 of spades (3s)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
  9. Turn · Pot: 24 chips

    Player A checks back and takes the free river card.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)3 of spades (3s)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
  10. River · Pot: 24 chips

    The river completes Player A’s ace-high flush.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)3 of spades (3s)9 of hearts (9h)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
  11. River · Pot: 24 chips

    Player B checks.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)3 of spades (3s)9 of hearts (9h)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
  12. River · Pot: 24 chips

    Player A checks back in this teaching line. At showdown the flush beats the set; the pot is 24 before collection. This example teaches pot odds, not optimal river play.

    Board: King of hearts (Kh)7 of hearts (7h)2 of clubs (2c)3 of spades (3s)9 of hearts (9h)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)Jack of hearts (Jh) · Stack 188 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 188 · In this round 0

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.

Preflop

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Before the flop, Player A raises to 6. The betting round before any community cards is called preflop.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2

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The preflop caller

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Player A raises to 6.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  3. Preflop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B calls the raise. A player who calls a preflop raise is a preflop caller.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 194 · In this round 6

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.

The preflop raiser

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Player A is the first player to raise before the flop. He is the preflop raiser.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.

Premium hands

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of spades (As)King of spades (Ks) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB King of clubs (Kc)Queen of diamonds (Qd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Player A raises to 6 with ace and king of spades. Hands like this are among the premium hands, the best starting hands.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of spades (As)King of spades (Ks) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB King of clubs (Kc)Queen of diamonds (Qd) · Stack 198 · In this round 2

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.

A probe bet

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of clubs (Ac)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB 9 of hearts (9h)8 of hearts (8h) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Player A raises to 6 before the flop.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of clubs (Ac)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of hearts (9h)8 of hearts (8h) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  3. Preflop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B calls. Each player has put in 6 chips.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of clubs (Ac)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of hearts (9h)8 of hearts (8h) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
  4. Flop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B pairs the eight.

    Board: 8 of clubs (8c)7 of diamonds (7d)2 of hearts (2h)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of clubs (Ac)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB 9 of hearts (9h)8 of hearts (8h) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
  5. Flop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B checks.

    Board: 8 of clubs (8c)7 of diamonds (7d)2 of hearts (2h)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of clubs (Ac)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB 9 of hearts (9h)8 of hearts (8h) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
  6. Flop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player A checks behind and does not continuation bet.

    Board: 8 of clubs (8c)7 of diamonds (7d)2 of hearts (2h)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of clubs (Ac)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB 9 of hearts (9h)8 of hearts (8h) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
  7. Turn · Pot: 12 chips

    The turn is a three.

    Board: 8 of clubs (8c)7 of diamonds (7d)2 of hearts (2h)3 of spades (3s)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of clubs (Ac)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB 9 of hearts (9h)8 of hearts (8h) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
  8. Turn · Pot: 18 chips

    Player B bets 6 out of position after Player A did not bet the flop. This is a probe bet.

    Board: 8 of clubs (8c)7 of diamonds (7d)2 of hearts (2h)3 of spades (3s)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of clubs (Ac)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB 9 of hearts (9h)8 of hearts (8h) · Stack 188 · In this round 6

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.

A protection bet

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB 9 of hearts (9h)9 of diamonds (9d) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)Queen of spades (Qs) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Player A raises to 6 before the flop.

    • Player A BTN / SB 9 of hearts (9h)9 of diamonds (9d) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)Queen of spades (Qs) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  3. Preflop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B calls. Each player has put in 6 chips.

    • Player A BTN / SB 9 of hearts (9h)9 of diamonds (9d) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)Queen of spades (Qs) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
  4. Flop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player A has a strong but vulnerable pair.

    Board: 8 of spades (8s)6 of spades (6s)2 of clubs (2c)

    • Player A BTN / SB 9 of hearts (9h)9 of diamonds (9d) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)Queen of spades (Qs) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
  5. Flop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B checks.

    Board: 8 of spades (8s)6 of spades (6s)2 of clubs (2c)

    • Player A BTN / SB 9 of hearts (9h)9 of diamonds (9d) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)Queen of spades (Qs) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
  6. Flop · Pot: 20 chips

    Player A bets 8. He wants to make the draws pay or fold instead of getting free cards. This is a protection bet.

    Board: 8 of spades (8s)6 of spades (6s)2 of clubs (2c)

    • Player A BTN / SB 9 of hearts (9h)9 of diamonds (9d) · Stack 186 · In this round 8
    • Player B BB King of spades (Ks)Queen of spades (Qs) · Stack 194 · In this round 0

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.

A ragged flop

No-limit Hold’em · Blinds 1/2 chips · No rake

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Player A has the button (BTN) and posts the 1-chip small blind (SB). Player B posts the 2-chip big blind (BB).

  1. Preflop · Pot: 3 chips

    The blinds are 1 and 2 chips. Heads-up, the dealer (D) also posts the small blind.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 199 · In this round 1
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  2. Preflop · Pot: 8 chips

    Player A raises to 6 before the flop.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 198 · In this round 2
  3. Preflop · Pot: 12 chips

    Player B calls. Each player has put in 6 chips.

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 194 · In this round 6
  4. Flop · Pot: 12 chips

    The flop is jack, six, two. The cards are unconnected and of three suits, so it does not help anybody much. It is a ragged flop.

    Board: Jack of diamonds (Jd)6 of hearts (6h)2 of clubs (2c)

    • Player A BTN / SB Ace of hearts (Ah)King of diamonds (Kd) · Stack 194 · In this round 0
    • Player B BB 9 of clubs (9c)8 of clubs (8c) · Stack 194 · In this round 0

Cards are shown for learning; totals are displayed before pot collection.