What is Backdoor Draw in poker?

A backdoor draw (runner-runner) requires two consecutive matching cards to complete, such as two more hearts to make a flush by the river. The chance of hitting is only around 4.2%, but backdoor equity still adds real value to bluffs and semi-bluffs, especially when combined with other outs or blockers.

Backdoor Draw (Backdoor Draw) belongs to the Hands group of poker terms and shows up in almost every hand of Texas Hold'em. If you are 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.