{"id":2877,"date":"2026-05-02T16:46:18","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T08:46:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.chaminukanews24.com\/blog\/?p=2877"},"modified":"2026-05-02T16:46:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T08:46:18","slug":"what-are-the-rules-of-chinese-billiards-played-on-the-table-4951-a07ccd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.chaminukanews24.com\/blog\/2026\/05\/02\/what-are-the-rules-of-chinese-billiards-played-on-the-table-4951-a07ccd\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the rules of Chinese Billiards played on the table?"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a supplier of Chinese Billiards Tables, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the growing popularity of this captivating game. Chinese billiards, also known as Chinese eight – ball, is a unique and exciting form of billiards that combines skill, strategy, and a touch of finesse. In this blog, I’ll delve into the rules of Chinese billiards played on the table, sharing insights that will not only enhance your understanding of the game but also potentially spark your interest in investing in a high – quality Chinese billiards table. Chinese Billiards Table<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Basics of the Game<\/h3>\n

Chinese billiards is typically played on a standard billiards table with six pockets. The game uses 16 balls in total: one white cue ball and 15 object balls numbered from 1 to 15. The object balls are divided into two groups: the solid – colored balls (numbered 1 – 7) and the striped balls (numbered 9 – 15), with the 8 – ball being the black ball.<\/p>\n

Starting the Game<\/h3>\n

The game begins with a break shot. The 15 object balls are racked in a triangle at one end of the table, with the 8 – ball in the center of the triangle. The player who breaks aims to scatter the balls across the table using the cue ball. If the breaker pockets one or more object balls on the break, they continue their turn. If not, the turn passes to the opponent.<\/p>\n

Pocketing Balls<\/h3>\n

After the break, players must first choose a group of balls (either solids or stripes) to pocket. A player legally pockets a ball when they hit the cue ball into one of their chosen object balls and then the object ball goes into a pocket. If a player pockets an object ball of their chosen group, they continue their turn. However, if they pocket an object ball of the wrong group, it is a foul, and the turn passes to the opponent.<\/p>\n

Fouls<\/h3>\n

There are several types of fouls in Chinese billiards. Some common fouls include:<\/p>\n