what is a big blind in poker

In poker, a big blind is a mandatory bet that is paid by the player seated directly to the left of the small blind, and two seats to the left of the dealer. The big blind is a forced bet that must be placed into the pot before any cards are dealt. The amount of the big blind is usually equal to the minimum bet). The small blind is normally half the big blind). After the cards are dealt, the player to the left of the big blind is the first to act during the first betting round. If any players call the big blind, the big blind is then given an extra opportunity to raise. This is known as a live blind). The big blind position rotates around the table so at some point every player will have their turn to make this forced bet.