Why not split 4s against a 4?

The reason is because splitting has a greater positive expectation of winning than either hitting or doubling down. In other words, you will win more money in the long run by playing two hands, each starting with a 4, than by either hitting or doubling an 8 (i.e, a pair of 4s).

Should you split 4s against a 4?

In one-deckers, the best play is to split against 4, 5 or 6 if you can double after splits. If after-split doubling is not allowed, then just hit 4-4 against 4, but double down against 5 or 6.

Why do you never split 4s?

Never split fours.

Splitting a pair of fours just gives you two weak hands, so it makes no sense. Remember that splitting requires you to double your original wager — this means splitting fours is usually a money-losing proposition.

Do you split 4s against an ace?

Without regard to the S17 and H17 rules, single-deck blackjack players are advised to split their 4s versus the dealer's 4, 5, and 6 and hit versus the rest of the possible exposed cards (2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, and ace) but only on condition they can double after they split.

When should you split 4s?

However, there's one very important rule that determines whether you should ever split a pair of 4s. It's the "double after split" rule. You see, if the rules allow you to double down on pairs that have been split, then it becomes advantageous to go ahead and split a pair of 4s if the dealer has a 5 or 6 showing.

How to Know when to Split Pairs in Blackjack

Do you split 7s against a 4?

In multi-deck games, always split 7s against a dealer's 2 through 7, otherwise hit. In double-deck games, split 7s against dealer's 2-8 if DAS or 2-7 if NDAS; otherwise hit.

What numbers should you split on?

Should you always hit 16 in blackjack?

When holding nine or less or 12-16 it's best to hit, but stand on a total of 17 or more. If the dealer's card is a four, five or six it is vital you do not bust.

Should I split 2s against a 4?

The basic playing strategy for a double- or multi-deck game where doubling down after pair splitting is not allowed (NDAS) is to: split 2s against a dealer's 4, 5, 6 or 7; otherwise hit.

Do you hit a 12 against a 3?

That may be true for most stiff hands (meaning, a hard 12 through 16) but it's not the case when you are holding a 12 against a 3. There are only four cards that could bust your 12 — a ten, jack, queen, or king. On the other hand, five cards will get you to 17–21 (a five, six, seven, eight, or nine).

Do you always split 8s?

However, regardless of the various situations, the common strategic wisdom in the blackjack community is to "Always split aces and eights" when dealt either pair as initial cards. This is generally the first rule of any splitting strategy.

Do you ever split 10s?

With all that said, Herb, there are moments in which splitting 10s can be a good strategy. In Face-up Blackjack, where all the cards dealt are exposed, including both dealer's cards, the correct strategy is to split 10s against the dealer's 13, 14, 15 or 16.

Do you split 10 against 4?

We will go into greater detail about the proper playing of each pair below but if you don't wish to learn the entire basic strategy, the simplest way to play is: Always split Aces and 8s. Never split 10s. Only split 4s if you are allowed to double on split hands.

Why not split 9s against a 7?

Players should refrain from choosing this move as the odds are not in their favour. In fact, 9s versus 7 is considered one of the trickiest hands in blackjack and as such, it is frequently misplayed by novices. A total of hard 18 holds well against the dealer's 7 and so does starting two hands with a 9 each.

Do you split 6s in blackjack against a 4?

You may find the following two rules an easy way to remember how to play your 6s: In a single- and double-deck game with DAS, split 6s against dealer's 2‒7; otherwise hit. If NDAS, split against 2‒6. In a multi-deck game with DAS, split 6s against dealer upcard of 2‒6; otherwise hit; if NDAS, split against 3‒6.

Do you always double down on 11?

If the dealer is showing a lower card than a 10, it is good strategy to double down. If the casino rules dictate the dealer must hit soft 17, you should always double down on 11 no matter what the dealers up card.

Do you double 11 against 10?

When you double down, you risk losing double your original bet, but with 11 vs. 10, you win double your bet more often, giving you a higher average profit.

Do you hit on 13 against a 2?

14 stands against dealer 2 through 6, otherwise hit. 13 stands against dealer 2 through 6, otherwise hit. 12 stands against dealer 4 through 6, otherwise hit.

Should you ever split 5s in blackjack?

One of the absolutes in blackjack is that you should never split 5s. Most players aren't even tempted, because they recognize they have a much stronger building block for a hand when they start with 10 than starting each of two hands with 5s.

Do you always split 9s in blackjack?

For example, if you are dealt a pair of 9s against a dealer's 6 upcard, you should split them. Suppose on the first 9, you are dealt another 9 on the draw. You should resplit to form a third hand. If the casino allows resplits up to a total of four hands, then you should resplit again if you are dealt another 9.

Do you hit 12 against a 2?

Respectively, the reasoning is that the dealer would flip over a ten next to their deuce, draw another high card, and bust. The player stands rather than hits their 12 out of fear they would “take the dealer's bust card”. Unfortunately, there is no such thing since the true odds favour hitting 12 versus 2.

What is the best seat at a blackjack table?

Most blackjack players think that the most important position at the table is the one that's last to act. At a full table, that's the seat farthest left as you face the dealer, or the "third base" position.

What is a good bankroll for blackjack?

Another way of working out your necessary funds is by looking at how much you want to bet each hand. Let's say you want to play blackjack for $25 a hand. If you stick to the 3% rule, that means you should have a starting blackjack bankroll of $833.

How do you increase your odds in blackjack?