What Happens When the Dealer and Player Bust in Blackjack?

When the dealer and player both go over 21 in blackjack, it is called a “bust.” If this happens, the player automatically loses the hand, and the dealer wins.

PRO TIP:When both the Dealer and Player bust in Blackjack, it results in a push. Neither the Dealer nor the Player wins, and the stakes are returned to each participant.

If the dealer busts, the player still has a chance to win, as long as they have not also gone over 21. If both the dealer and player bust, it is a push, and no one wins or loses.