In poker, a post is required when a player sits down at a table and wants to join the game without waiting for the blinds to reach them. The player must post an amount equivalent to the big blind or small blind, depending on the game’s rules. This ensures that the player contributes to the pot right away, keeping the betting structure fair.
Post Example
For example, if a player joins a $2/$5 no-limit Texas Hold’em game, they may be required to post $5 (the big blind) before participating in the next hand.