Hard 18 vs Dealer 6
Basic strategy says stand. Here's what the math looks like across common rule sets.
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Why Stand Is Correct
Hard 18 stands against every dealer upcard — the cost of drawing a bust card outweighs the handful of improving cards that could get you to 18+. Let the dealer work for it against 6.
How the Play Changes Under Different Rules
The correct play is consistent across every common rule set for this hand.
| Rule Set | Best Play |
|---|---|
| 6-deck · H17 · no surrender | Stand |