Cap

What Does Cap Mean in Poker?

In poker, a ‘cap’ refers to the maximum number of raises allowed in a single betting round. Once the cap is reached, players can only call or fold, limiting further betting action.

When You Might Hear Or Use The Term Cap

You’ll most often hear this term in limit poker games, where the number of raises per round is restricted to prevent excessive betting wars.

In-Game Example

In a limit hold’em game, after the third raise on the turn, the betting is capped. No further raises are allowed, and players can only call or fold.

Strategy / Tips

Best Practice: Use the cap to control pot size in games where you have a marginal hand but still want to see the next card cheaply.
Common Mistake: Overcommitting to a pot when the betting is capped, leading to unnecessary losses.
Pro Tips: Consider capping the betting strategically to limit aggression from opponents when you have a strong but vulnerable hand.

Differences Playing Over the Table vs Online

In live games, players may verbally agree to a cap, while online platforms automatically enforce it according to game rules.

Alternative Names

None commonly used.

FAQs

Q: Is capping the same in no-limit games?
A: No, capping typically applies to limit games where raise limits are enforced.