Who wins if you get blackjack and so does the dealer?

Types of wins

A player Blackjack beats any dealer total other than a dealer's Blackjack, including a dealer's regular 21. Total of both dealer and player hands are the same. Offered on the dealer's ace to insure the player's hands against the dealer's Blackjack.

Who wins if the dealer has blackjack and the player has blackjack?

If a player has blackjack (and the dealer DOES NOT,) pay the player 3/2 their bet. If they bet $5, you pay them $7.50, for example. If the dealer also has blackjack, it's a "push" and nobody wins. They keep their money.

What happens if I get blackjack and so does the dealer?

When a blackjack occurs for the dealer, of course, the hand is over, and the players' main bets are collected - unless a player also has blackjack, in which case it is a stand-off.

Who wins if dealer and player get 21?

If the player's total is closer to 21 than the Dealer's, the player wins even money (1 – 1). If the player's total is lower than the Dealer's total then their Blackjack wager will be lost to the House. When the player has the same total as the Dealer it is a stand off.

What happens if you get blackjack and the dealer gets 21?

In this scenario, the initial wager belongs to the player. Your hand is what makes a blackjack push happen and the entire round is voided due to it.

Why you can't win at BlackJack

What happens if you get 21 and the dealer gets 21?

If the dealer has blackjack and the player doesn't, the player automatically loses. If the player has blackjack and the dealer doesn't, the player automatically wins. If both the player and dealer have blackjack then it's a push.

Do you lose if dealer gets blackjack?

If the dealer has a blackjack, the insurance bet pays 2:1 and you will lose the initial bet. In the event of the dealer not having a blackjack, you lose the insured bet and the game continues for the initial bet amount. Insurance is not offered to the player if the player blackjacks.

What happens if dealer and player tie?

If your hand is less than the dealer's hand, the house wins. If you tie the dealer's hand or the dealer draws 22, you “push” (nobody wins or loses).

Does dealer blackjack beat 21?

If the dealer's hand exceeds 21, all players with 21 or less win. If your hand is higher than the dealer's, without exceeding 21, you win. If you have the same total as the dealer, it's a push—even if you got blackjack. A Blackjack will beat 21.

What is the tiebreaker in blackjack?

In the case of a tie ("push" or "standoff"), bets are returned without adjustment. A blackjack beats any hand that is not a blackjack, even one with a value of 21. Wins are paid out at even money, except for player blackjacks, which are traditionally paid out at 3 to 2 odds.

What happens if you and the dealer bust?

If you bust, you lose your bet, and your part in the hand is over. If you stand or stick on a total, you must hope it is higher than the dealer's total to win. And if the dealer goes on to bust? If you are still in the hand, you win, no matter what your total is.

What happens if you get 2 aces in blackjack?

A pair of aces gives the blackjack player a starting hand value of either a 2 or a soft 12 which is a problematic starting hand in either case. Splitting aces gives a player two chances to hit 21.

Is it illegal to count cards?

Counting cards is a legal activity. There are no federal or state laws stating that card counters are committing an offense. Police officers cannot arrest you for counting cards at a casino, nor can they convict you of any crimes.

What is the 5 card rule in blackjack?

Five Card Trick: In the event you draw 5 cards to a hand without exceeding 21, you automatically win and the Dealer will pay you even money. ANY PAIRS Any Pairs is an optional side wager offered on certain Blackjack Challenge tables.

Do you win if you get 21 before the dealer?

If your hand is equal to 21, it is called a “blackjack” or a “natural” and you automatically win 3:2 as long as the dealer does not also have a blackjack; If both you and the dealer have a blackjack, you push and no exchange of bets is made.

Does the dealer hit on 17 or stay blackjack?

In most casino blackjack games, a dealer must take a card if he hits 16 or below and stand at 17 or above. Some tables, though, say the dealer must hit soft 17, meaning he has a chance to increase his score up to 21.

Does the dealer usually win in blackjack?

Blackjack house edge explained

The house edge is the name given to the percentage a casino will win over the long-term in a particular game. In blackjack, the house edge over an inexperienced player is around 2%.

Does the dealer always win?

The reason a dealer automatically wins when he or she has a blackjack without letting you draw is that the rule works the same both ways. In other words, when you have a natural blackjack, the dealer does not get to draw as well. This is the only way the game can be fair to both parties.

Can you bluff in blackjack?

There are many reasons why Blackjack remains one of the world's favorite casino games and a staple of every online casino. The rules aren't too tricky, no high-level math is required, no bluffing is needed, and there's a bit of randomness that can make every game a little different.

Is it better to play 2 hands in blackjack?

The answer is, yes, for several reasons. Playing two hands is an excellent way of increasing your bet spread when the count is in your favor. You can also bet 50% of what you would have bet on one hand, on each of two hands, with less risk and variance.

Can a casino refuse to pay out?

Refusing to pay out players' winnings could be an indication that the casino is trying to cheat them by using insubstantial excuses or even canceling withdrawal requests. You need to be wary of fraudulent casinos as there are several online.

Can casinos ban you for winning?

The short answer is yes. Like you mentioned, casinos can back off players or decline play from players either on a single game, like Blackjack, if they suspect card counting like in your example, or ban a player from a casino altogether.

How do casinos know if you're counting cards?

They actually employ former card counters and have them sit in the security booths and watch players via the security cameras. If they see a lone card counter raising and lowering his bets, they either send more drinks to slow him down, or they'll eventually send a pit boss or security to ask him to leave.

Should you always double down on 11?

For most people, particularly those who are newer to blackjack, it's almost always a good idea to double down when you are showing an 11.