Mustafov’s Bluff Falls Flat as Zhugralin Hits Seven Heaven

Sava Krink

Level 20 : Blinds 6,000/12,000, 12,000 ante

Damir Zhugralin kicked things off with a raise to 24,000 from the hijack, and Fahredin Mustafov called from the big blind.

On the 9?10?7? flop, Mustafov led out with a bet of 15,000, but Zhugralin raised it to 60,000, prompting a call from Mustafov.

After Mustafov checked the 5? turn, Zhugralin made a bet of 96,000. Mustafov wasn't done yet and raised to 350,000, which Zhugralin called after using his entire time.

The 4? landed on the river, and Mustafov took his time, burning through two time bank cards before going all in, covering Zhugralin. Now it was Zhugralin's turn to decide if he wanted to risk his tournament life. As the dealer turned to him, he tossed in his last three time bank cards and said, "Tell me if I'm almost out of time."

After a couple more tense moments and two time bank cards later, he finally flicked a chip forward, signaling a call, and it was time for a showdown.

Mustafov revealed Q?J? for a missed straight draw, effectively turning his hand into a bluff. That sent Zhugralin leaping from his chair, screaming as he revealed his set of sevens with 7?7?. He doubled up and found himself among the top stacks.