Poker glossary · Positions
What does “under the gun” mean in poker?
Also called: UTG हिन्दी में पढ़ें
Definition
Under the gun (UTG): Under the gun (UTG) is the seat directly to the left of the big blind, which is the first to act before the flop.
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Because everyone else acts after you, UTG is the toughest seat to play from. Most strong players open their tightest range here. After the flop the blinds act first if they are still in, but UTG will usually be out of position against anyone in a later seat.
Example: At a 6-max table, opening A♥ Q♣ or 8♠ 8♦ from UTG is standard, while a hand like K♦ 9♣ is usually folded.
Related terms
- Early positionEarly position means the first seats to act before the flop, such as under the gun, where the most players are still to act behind you.
- PositionWhere you sit relative to the button, which decides the order you act in. Acting last gives you more information.
- Preflop chartA preflop chart is a grid of all 169 distinct starting hands, showing which to raise, call or fold from each position at the table.