The 12 sequence rank patterns
There are 12 rank patterns when A‑2‑3 and Q‑K‑A are both recognised and K‑A‑2 is excluded. Each can appear as a pure sequence or as a mixed-suit sequence.
| Pattern family | Rank patterns | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Ace-high | A‑K‑Q | Often top, except where A‑2‑3 is placed above it. |
| Middle runs | K‑Q‑J; Q‑J‑10; J‑10‑9; 10‑9‑8; 9‑8‑7; 8‑7‑6; 7‑6‑5; 6‑5‑4; 5‑4‑3; 4‑3‑2 | These ten patterns descend by their highest card. |
| Ace-low pattern | A‑2‑3 | Recognised as a run here; its position depends on convention. |
The pattern list is not a betting recommendation. It is a reference for comparing cards in a no-cash lesson.
Three A‑2‑3 conventions to recognise
| Convention | Top of the order | Bottom of the order |
|---|---|---|
| A‑2‑3 highest (Pagat’s documented rule) | A‑2‑3 → A‑K‑Q → K‑Q‑J | … → 5‑4‑3 → 4‑3‑2 |
| A‑2‑3 second | A‑K‑Q → A‑2‑3 → K‑Q‑J | … → 5‑4‑3 → 4‑3‑2 |
| A‑2‑3 lowest | A‑K‑Q → K‑Q‑J → Q‑J‑10 | … → 5‑4‑3 → 4‑3‑2 → A‑2‑3 |
These are comparison conventions, not three claims about Teen Patti Master’s current settings. No app-specific rulebook has been authenticated here. Check the table help or rules before starting.
Pure sequence versus sequence
6♣ 7♣ 8♣ is a pure sequence. 6♣ 7♦ 8♥ is a sequence. In the classic high-hand game, the pure sequence wins because category is compared before sequence height.
That also means 2♥ 3♥ 4♥ beats K♠ Q♦ J♣: a low pure sequence outranks a high mixed sequence. Do not compare the king against the four first.
Hands that look connected but are not sequences
- K♠ A♥ 2♦: the ace does not wrap the deck from king back to two.
- J♠ Q♥ A♦: the king is missing.
- 7♣ 7♥ 8♦: a repeated rank makes this a pair, not a sequence.
- 2♠ 4♠ 6♠: one suit alone creates a colour, not a pure sequence.
A reliable comparison method
- Check whether each hand is a trail, pure sequence or another category.
- If both are sequences of the same category, identify each rank pattern.
- Apply the agreed A‑2‑3 convention.
- If the patterns tie, use the agreed show rule; do not invent a suit order.
For the complete category order, use the hand-ranking chart. For repeated recognition practice, use the browser hand trainer.
Sources & scope
References consulted 22 October 2026. General guidance is not a test of a specific app file.