Hand strength

What is Overcard in Poker? Definition & Examples

The definition, with context from real hands and how it connects to the rest of your strategy.

Quick answer

Overcard: A card higher than any on the board.

In more detail

Two overcards on a low flop have 6 outs to top pair (~24% by river). Sometimes worth a stab as a c-bet bluff.

Common questions

What does Overcard mean in poker?

Two overcards on a low flop have 6 outs to top pair (~24% by river). Sometimes worth a stab as a c-bet bluff.

Related terms

Bottom Pair
A pair using one of your hole cards and the lowest board card.
Flush
Five cards of the same suit. Beats a straight.
Full House
Three of a kind plus a pair. Beats a flush.
Kicker
The side card that breaks ties between same-rank hands.

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