By Louis Wheeler

Blackjack is a popular card game that is played at casinos all over the world. One of the key elements of the game is the deck, or decks, of cards that are used to play. In this article, we will explore how many decks are used in blackjack and why this number can vary.

To begin with, it’s important to understand the basic rules of blackjack. The goal of the game is to beat the dealer by having a hand with a value as close to 21 as possible without going over. Players are dealt two cards, and the dealer is dealt one face-up card and one face-down card. Players have the option to “hit” and receive additional cards in an effort to improve their hand, or to “stand” and keep their current hand. The dealer follows a set of rules known as the “house rules” to determine when to hit and when to stand.

Now, let’s delve into the specifics of the deck. In a traditional game of blackjack, a standard deck of 52 cards is used. This means that there are four suits (hearts, diamonds, clubs, and spades) with 13 cards in each suit (2 through 10, plus the face cards jack, queen, king, and ace). In some versions of the game, multiple decks are used, with the number of decks varying from one to eight.

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Blackjack at its heart is a game for patient, methodical players with a low house edge and a good shot to win for those who know when to hit, stand, split and double down.

Casinos need to appeal to jackpot hunters too, and that’s where blackjack side bets such as Blazing 777 Blackjack or Perfect and Pairs come into play. House edges are higher than on the basic game, but offer the chance at big, quick payoffs.

There are dozens of side bets available. You’ll find more of them in online casinos than in live play, but they pop up in the brick-and-mortar places, too.

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Silverton: March promotions:

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South Point: In celebration of college basketball’s biggest weekend, South Point Hotel will become the ultimate college basketball viewing experience beginning Thursday, March 16 through Saturday, March 18 for “The Most Massive Madness Party in Vegas” celebration. Doors open at 8 a.m. daily. Admission to the viewing parties is FREE for fans 21+. Guests can also take advantage of South Point’s FREE parking. There will be seating for 2,000 fans in the massive 80,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall. Those seats will be offered on a first come, first serve basis. Fans will enjoy twelve 20-foot screens with 12K projectors, food and drink specials, including Tito’s cocktails ($4), Budweiser products ($4), buckets of six Budweiser products ($20), world-famous South Point hot dogs ($2), chicken fingers ($5), popcorn ($1) and more. Guests can be part of all the hardwood action with betting windows and self-betting kiosks onsite. For fans who want to stay close to the action, South Point is also offering a special Massive Madness hotel package. This package includes three nights’ accommodations in a premium room, two hot dogs and two drinks at the Massive Madness Party. Seating is first come, first serve. This package is priced at $699 (+ taxes and resort fees). To book, call 1-866-791-7626 or email [email protected] and mention booking code MAR2023. For more information, visit southpointcasino.com

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Santa Fe Station: Nielsen’s Frozen Custard is opening at Santa Fe Station’s food court Friday, March 10 at noon with exciting giveaways, free cones and their unbeatable creamy custard. Owned by husband-and-wife duo Howard and Amanda Zayon, Nielsen’s celebrates its grand opening with giveaways for customers including a free cone to the first 100 people in line. The grand opening will take place on Friday, March 10 starting at noon where attending guests can expect to win major prizes for giveaways including TVs, iPads, free custard for life and much more.

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Tropicana Las Vegas: Announces the opening of pool season for the Iconic South Beach-themed Tropicana Pool. The 2023 pool season will kick off on March 17 and guests can expect the new season to come with exclusive new menu food and drink options as well. Vegas comes alive when the weather warms up and the legendary Tropicana Pool has been a pool to been seen at for many years. New for 2023 Tropicana Las Vegas will celebrate “Tequilas in the Desert” as well new menu options such as Tequila-Infused Seasonal Fruit, Shrimp Tacos, Burrito with freshly grilled Carne Asada or Chicken, Tequila’s Famous Super Stacker and to go with the season’s theme of “Tequilas in the Desert,” an all-new large party Tequila Sampler platter that serve 4-6 people. Classic tequila drinks like margaritas both in traditional lime flavor or in fruit flavors like passionfruit or strawberry continue the theme throughout the season as well as new drinks like Watermelon Waves made with Skyy Watermelon vodka, sour apple liqueur and Red Bull Watermelon.

Also enjoy the new Hurricane Fabio which is a mix of Bacardi Superior Rum, Bacardi Anejo Cuarto Rum, Aperol, passionfruit, orange, and grenadine. Or maybe the Coco Mana Margarita is calling your name that is made with Termana Blanco tequila, pineapple juice, coconut, and lime and served in a Tropicana souvenir cup. Need something poolside to cool you down? Guests can also enjoy delicious frozen cocktails such as the Miami Vice or Dole Pineapple Whip, also served in a Tropicana souvenir cup.

Something more fun on your mind? Tropicana Pool is adding Jelly Shots to the menu for 2023 as well. Guests can get 2 Jelly Shots for $12 or 3 for $16. And of course, alongside the new cocktails, the more traditional drinks guests of Tropicana Las Vegas have come to love are still available too such as daiquiris, beer, seltzers, and wine.

Price: Locals are FREE weekdays, $10 weekends and holidays; Out of state/non-hotel guests $10 weekdays and weekends.Tropicana Pool Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.ill host its annual March Mania viewing parties Thursday, March 16 through Saturday, March 18 in its showroom, where the games will be viewed on an expansive 24-foot LED video wall. Doors open at 8 a.m. each day.

Treasure Island: During the 2023 March college basketball tournament, Treasure Island Las Vegas will welcome sports fans and bettors to multiple watch parties at its restaurants and ballroom areas. From March 16 to 18, TI will host live viewing of the tournament, offering food and beverage options and betting kiosks on site.

Treasure Island Ballroom – Doors open at 7:30 a.m. at the 2nd floor convention level. Guests will be welcomed to an open seating environment, first come first served. No cover charge, with food and beverages available for purchase. Adults only, 21 and older with valid ID.

Golden Circle Sportsbook & Bar – Bar is open 24/7 and kitchen opens at 9 a.m. Golden Circle will offer open seating, first come first served access to TI’s sportsbook. No cover charge. Adults only, 21 and older with valid ID.

Gilley’s Saloon, Dance Hall & Bar-B-Que = Doors open at 10 a.m. at the saloon and noon at the restaurant. Games will be screened on all monitors and a viewing party will be set up on Gilley’s dance floor. No cover charge. All ages are welcome until 9 p.m. For additional information, visit www.treasureisland.com

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White Collar Boxing History

Before we provide you with extra details about white-collar boxing and its origins, we would like to tell you what this type of boxing stands for briefly. First of all, the name of the competition suggests that it’s a bit different from professional or amateur boxing. White-collar boxing allows non-professionals – people who work regular jobs (the so-called “white collars”), to enter the world of boxing.

They can participate in special boxing tournaments and championships that are specially organised for people who have not been fighting or have fought a bit. White-collar boxing allows ordinary workers to step into the ring and test their will and strengths as boxers. On the other hand, being able to watch unskilled people fight also provokes huge interest among viewers and gamblers, etc.

White-collar boxing appeared in New York and has been associated with the Gleason’s Gym. In the late 1980s, the owner of the gym started to organise informal matches between the white-collar workers who used to train at the gym. However, this soon developed into regular events held every month. Later, in the 1990s, thanks to promoter Alan Lacey and his organisation, these events came to prominence.

Maybe the first white-collar boxing event that provoked greater interest and enjoyed huge media coverage was “Capital Punishment”. It was held at Broadgate Arena in London in July 2000. Back then, a team of Wall Street bankers flew to the UK to take part in the tournament. Since then, more than 100 similar competitions have taken place, and more than £1.5 million has been raised for different charities.

Are White Collar Boxing Fights Regulated?

Since white-collar boxing fights became extremely popular and turned out to be very profitable, too, the necessity of specific regulations emerged. Of course, organising specific sports events where non-professionals fight against each other hides a risk. Therefore, to be legit, these competitions need to have established rules, regulations and specific codes that make everything legal and clear.

And the good news is that since white-collar boxing started to gain popularity and to be officially organised, regulations were put into effect. In 2001, the International White Collar Boxing Association (IWCBA) was founded. Later, in 2007, another organisation started to operate as well – the World White Collar Boxing Association (WWCBA).

The IWCBA uses the same weight divisions as professional boxing. Besides, a special division belt is being awarded to the champions of each category. The IWCBA tournaments also require the presence of professional doctors, anaesthetists, as well as paramedics. Thorough medical checks of the fighters are also required.

Over 1500 bouts have been held under the hat of the IWCBA, with the most serious injuries during the fights being only bloody noses. The other organisation – (WWCBA), was founded in London, UK. It also promotes and regulates different white-collar boxing fights around the globe. However, the Asia–Pacific region appears to be its main focus area.

The organisation has specific rules and guidelines that help boxers become ranked nationally, regionally and globally, allowing them to compete for other championship titles as well. An interesting fact is that the WWCBA also collaborates with another prominent boxing organisation – the International Boxing Association (AIBA), which helps it establish better standards.

White Collar Boxing Rules

Since white-collar boxing in the UK and other parts of the world became officially recognised, specific major elements had to be outlined. The boxing matches are now regulated by official organisations and, therefore, they need to follow specific rules. And every white-collar boxing event has specific rules that follow the general rules that were accepted for these types of competitions.

In its essence, white-collar boxing is a safer version of professional boxing and has a much lower impact. Therefore, the rules need to be oriented toward keeping the contendents as secure as possible because most of them are not professionals. Therefore in this guide about white-collar boxing in the UK, we will provide you with more useful details.

In white-collar boxing, contendents also wear protective helmets to decrease the risk of more serious injuries. Such helmets used to be part of the rules in amateur boxing, but in 2013, AIBA voted to remove the mandatory headgear for amateur elite male boxers. Yet another thing that is essential for white-collar boxing is that there is no knockout rule.

What is a White Collar Boxing Match?

White-collar boxing in the UK is popular nowadays, and many people are eager to watch those interesting events. A white-collar boxing match is a fighting competition that confronts two contendents that are non-professional boxers. The matches that you can watch at the white-collar boxing competitions are shorter, though. The boxers have only two minutes per round (up to three rounds) to fight against each other.

The white-collar boxing matches are known to be more “light”. This means that the contendents are not exposed to such a big risk as professional boxers are. In a white-collar match, you are more likely not to see a knockout as strict safety measures are put in place.

Currently, many betting sites that also offer TikTok vs YouTube boxing betting have included white-collar betting as well. Still, mixed martial arts are getting more popular than the previous two sports. Keep in mind, though, that there is a slight difference between boxing vs MMA betting. However, both white-collar matches and MMA bouts bring great excitement.

White Collar Boxing Rounds

The white-collar boxing fights are quick as the rounds are fewer and much shorter. However, this does not mean that they are less exciting. Many people are eager to watch quick bouts between non-professionals as the outcome may be unpredictable. This is also the reason why many punters choose to access the best UK betting sites and place wagers on the most interesting matches from the Ultra White Collar Boxing or the Ultimate White Collar competition.

The main factor that differentiates white-collar boxing from professional boxing is the number of rounds. According to the white-collar boxing rules, there are only three rounds of two minutes per round. In comparison, in professional boxing, as was the match between Wilder and Fury, there are 12 rounds of three minutes, which is a significant difference.

White Collar Boxing Training

As you already know, the participants in the white-collar boxing matches are not professional fighters who still want to experience the excitement of a real fight but in a much safer environment. These events allow people with non or fewer skills to feel the taste of the real fights.

At the same time, people who want to participate in white-collar boxing matches can train before the shows and improve their skills. Organisations such as Ultra White Collar Boxing or Ultimate White Collar Boxing allow ordinary people to register and start training sessions in specified gyms. The training is led by professional trainers so that future contendents can gain some experience before the matches.

Who Can Get into the Ring?

According to the white-collar boxing rules, anyone can participate as long as they are at least 21 years old in the US and at least 18 years old in the UK. Besides, white-collar boxing organisations in the UK pay serious attention to safety which has always been a top priority before and throughout the matches.

Therefore, people who want to join are advised to make sure that they don’t have any injuries or health problems that may put them at risk. This is why strict medical checks are also conducted before the matches as well. During the events, the fighters’ safety is watched over by the referees and the medical teams carefully.

The Ultra White Collar Boxing Competition

Ultra White Collar Boxing is among the leading promotion organisations in the UK that organise matches of this rank. What is interesting is that the organisation also raises charities for cancer research in the UK. The Ultra White, Collar Boxing competitions are popular because they offer excellent entertainment. Still, at the same time, the events follow a specific cause, and many of the revenues are used for different charities around the UK.

The promotion company organises matches in various locations around the UK. The organisation also offers free training to those who want to try out the white-collar boxing experience. Currently, thanks to its events, the organisation boasts nearly £24,489,292 donated for cancer research, raised by more than 190,652 fundraisers.

WCB – The Conclusion

Without a doubt, white-collar boxing is a trend that has gained huge popularity in countries like the US and the UK. And what makes it so interesting is the fact that it allows ordinary people to get in touch with the world of boxing and experience the real thrill of the fights. White-collar boxing also provokes great interest among people who like this sport as well as many bettors.

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FAQ

If you still want to find more details on the topic, take some time to check the following paragraphs. We have provided you with a brief FAQ section where you can find answers to some of the most common questions related to white-collar boxing. Here, you can find some extra details that may be useful for you.

Missing the train

Several states are set to miss out on the sports betting benefits that come during the fast-approaching March Madness.

over $6bn will be wagered on this year’s tournament

Seven of the 14 venues chosen to host March Madness games are in states that do not allow locals to wager on sports. That’s quite the blow, considering that early estimates project over $6bn will be wagered on this year’s tournament, a near 100% increase on the $3.1bn estimate in the build-up to the 2022 event.

Could this be a frame-shift moment for local lawmakers that get to witness firsthand the effects of an absent sports betting market, or could it further the divide between lawmakers? The answer will soon be known.

March Madness meets sports betting

March Madness does not just happen in one venue. It is spread all across the United States and then consolidates for the Final Four and championship game.

These are the locations where March Madness 2023 games will be held:

States with legal sports betting 

• Dayton, OH
• Des Moines, IA
• Albany, NY
• Columbus, OH
• Denver, CO
• Las Vegas, NV
• New York, NY

States without legal sports betting

• Birmingham, AL
• Orland, FL
• Sacramento, CA
• Greensboro, NC
• Kansas City, MO
• Louisville, KY
• Houston, TX

Both Final Four games and the national championship will be held in Houston, Texas, where sports betting is illegal. If there was a legal sports betting system in place, the Lone Star state would likely recoup millions of dollars in proceeds from taxable sportsbook revenue.

A similar situation played out in California in 2022 when the Los Angeles Rams met the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI in Inglewood. Pre-game estimates suggested that $7bn would be wagered on that championship bout.

Legislative changes on the horizon

Sports betting is legal in 72% (36) of all states, which makes it even more noticeable that half of the upcoming March Madness hosts won’t be servicing their guests with sports betting options. That does not mean, though, that there is no movement in any of those states.

Missouri, for example, is busy seeking change. A coalition of professional sports team owners and executives and sportsbook officials are busy pushing lawmakers to amend the laws and create a sports betting legal market. 

Governor Greg Abbott said that he would not be opposed to hearing plans

Texas is also showing a stronger likelihood to listen to sports betting amendments than ever before. Governor Greg Abbott said that he would not be opposed to hearing plans for legislative changes, although he does not outright support sports betting, while former Governor Rick Perry recently joined a sports betting movement called the Texas Sports Betting Alliance. 

Two bills were introduced to the Texas legislature recently, but Lt. Governor Dan Patrick has long said that he will kill any attempts to legalize sports betting.

On February 27, Kentucky also introduced a bill that would legalize retail and online sports betting. Representative Michael Meredith, who filed HB 551, said that it would let the state reap the benefits of an illegal gambling market worth an estimated $1bn annually.

March Madness runs from March 14 to April 3. Games will be played at nine locations in the first six days before condensing to five venues over the final two weeks.

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