Poker Dictionary – Blind Raise

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In this article, we will discuss the term – blind raise. You sure must have heard the terms ‘blind’ and ‘raise,’ but what’s a ‘blind raise’? Let’s find out!

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What is a blind raise?

The player to the left of the dealer, i.e., the small blind puts a predetermined amount into the pot (say for this example, one chip). The next player further to his left adds two chips into the pot. This second player to the left of the small blind has gone for a blind raise. The action of raising the small blind is known as blind raise.

Blind raise generally is a forced raise that the player has to make. The next player in action can then either call by placing the same amount or re-raise the bet by adding a higher amount. It is to be noted that blind raise and blind re-raise can only happen in the initial rounds of betting.

Significance of blind raise

As mentioned earlier blind raise is a compulsory bet. This is done to have more player participation and to make sure that players have some stakes in the game. If this is not done, there will be no or very little money involved in the game and thus little or no action at the poker table.

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Amarylisa Gonsalves

Amarylisa Gonsalves is a Content Writer at Gutshot Magazine. Advancing from a marketing background, she found her calling in writing. She takes delight in exploring genres and is a curious learner. Patient and ambivert, she believes in letting her work speak for itself. Apart from content writing, she finds solace in writing poetry by expressing herself through words. Additionally, she adores indulging in anything that satisfies her creative self, like drawing and DIY crafts.