What is All-In in poker?

Going all-in means betting every single chip a player has on the table into the pot. Once a player is all-in, they cannot make any further actions in that hand and are committed until the showdown. If an opponent bets more chips than the all-in player possesses, a 'side pot' is created for the excess, in which the all-in player cannot participate. This move often signifies extreme strength or a desperate bluff, putting maximum pressure on opponents to decide if they want to call off their stack. It's a high-stakes maneuver that can dramatically alter the course of a tournament or cash game.

You have 40 chips left, and your opponent bets 60. If you call, you are all-in for your 40 chips, and the remaining 20 chips from their bet create a side pot.

All-In (All-In) belongs to the Betting side of the game and shows up in almost every hand of Texas Hold'em. If you are just starting out, read the poker rules and the hand rankings first, then come back here. To practise risk-free you can play against our AI right on the site. Ready for a real table? See how to join the club.