Protection (poker)
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Protection in
A protection play differs from a
The importance of protection increases when there are multiple opponents. For example, if a hand is currently the best, but each of four opponents has a 1-in-6 chance of drawing an out, the four opponents combined become the favorite to win, even though each one is individually an underdog. With a protection bet, some or all of them may fold, leaving fewer opponents and a better chance of winning.
The term protection is also often heard in the context of an all-in player (see
A player may also be said to "protect" his or her cards by placing an object like a specialty chip or miniature figure upon them. This prevents the player from having his cards accidentally collected by the dealer or being fouled by other players' discards.
See also
- Poker jargon
- Glossary of poker terms
References
- ^ "Protection Bet". Upswing Poker. 12 July 2021. Retrieved 23 February 2024.
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