All players put in an ante. The dealer deals each player two cards down (pocket cards) and one card face-up.
The player with the lowest card showing face-up has to put in a small bet called a “bring in.” Then betting continues to that low-card player’s left. Each player can call, raise, or fold their cards.
After the betting is completed, another card is dealt to each player face-up. This card is also known as “fourth street” or “the turn.” Another round of betting occurs, starting now with the player with the highest cards showing. From fourth street on, the player with the highest cards showing will continue to be the first to bet.
After betting is complete, the 5th card (fifth street or the river) is dealt face-up. Another betting round begins, then the 6th card is dealt face up. Another betting round begins. The 7th and final card is dealt face-down to the players remaining in the hand. A final round of betting begins.
The players show their hands at the showdown. The player who can make the best five-card hand from the seven they were dealt, wins.
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