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In poker, blinds are forced bets that must be placed by certain players before any cards are dealt. The two players to the left of the dealer position post the small blind and big blind respectively.
The small blind is typically half the amount of the big blind, though this can vary depending on the specific game rules. Blinds ensure there is always money in the pot to play for, creating action and incentive for players to participate in hands.
Blinds rotate around the table with each hand, moving one position clockwise after each deal. This ensures all players contribute equally to the blinds over time and prevents any single player from having a permanent positional disadvantage.
The blind structure is fundamental to tournament poker, where blind levels increase at regular intervals to force action and ensure tournaments conclude within a reasonable timeframe. |
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Post time 2025-11-15 14:36:08