Several variations of poker exist, but the most common type is Texas Hold’Em. A game of Texas Hold’Em is played with a standard 52 card deck. Players use these cards to create the best hand. The highest hand wins the pot.

To begin a game of poker, each player buys into the round with a small bet called the ante. The ante is typically a fixed amount, such as $1 or $5.

After the ante is bought, the dealer deals cards to each player. Each player receives two cards. Then, each player decides whether to check, raise or fold. In some cases, players may be forced to make a forced bet.

The player on the left of the dealer posts a small blind. The player to the right of the dealer posts a big blind. This is done to give the player on the left something to chase. If the player on the right calls, he or she may also raise the ante.

A pair of kings doesn’t look too good off the deal. But, if Charley raises, he’s probably trying to get a flush. If no one has a pair, then the high card breaks the tie.

The best natural hand is a straight flush. The straight flush ace can be high or low. It’s also called a Royal Flush.

If two four of a kind have the same rank, then the higher one wins. The high card breaks ties if many people have the same card. When a player has a high card but no four of a kind, then the second pair wins.