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What is Belly Buster in Poker?

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A belly buster (also known as a gutshot) is a straight draw that can be completed by one specific card rank, giving you 4 outs to hit your straight. 

 

Example: You have on a board of . This gives you 4 outs to your belly buster, as you’ll need to catch a 7 to make your hand. 

 

Read this article for 3 tips on playing inside straight draws!

3 Tips for Winning with Gutshot Straight Draws

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