
“What is a natural 9 in baccarat?” is a popular query among new baccarat players. A natural 9 is a 2-card hand that has a total value of 9. When a player has a natural 9, they are not required to pull a third card from the deck and can stand on the next turn.
The natural 9-side bet has a payout of 8:1 or 9:1, and the house edge is 5.10%. The odds to win are equal on the banker and player side, so betting on either doesn't really make a difference. The probability of winning this bet is 9.45%, and it is a nice pair to your main bet.
The natural 9 bet has a decent payout, but its house edge is quite high. If you want to use this bet, ensure that it fits into your strategy so you do not waste your bankroll.