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In our weekly roundup, we bring you the most captivating moments from the poker world. From daring bluffs to hilarious highlights and everything in between, we cover the full range of poker action to keep you entertained and in the loop every week.
SharmaJI’s INSANE Comeback! ₹46,870 Score on A23 Poker!
We all know that SharmaJI, AKA Naman Sharma, our in-house streamer, has been having a bit of a rough time lately. He’s a grinder, but the cards just haven’t been falling his way. It’s been brick-city for months. But then, like a lightning bolt, A23 Poker dropped their Dynamite Series and a brand-new desktop app. And you know SharmaJI, always up for a challenge, couldn’t resist taking it for a spin.
Saturday, he jumped into the ₹7.50 Lakhs GTD Daily TNT Rush. Right off the bat, you could feel the difference. He was focused, chatty, and playing with a kind of intensity we hadn’t seen in a while. But here’s the thing: SharmaJI wasn’t just talking the talk. He was walking the walk. Three bullets in, and he was still battling. The tension was insane. Chat was going wild. And then, it happened. He clawed his way to the final table and somehow, someway, landed on the podium with a ₹46,870 score!
You could tell this meant the world to him. After months of frustration and all that grind… it finally paid off. The new platform, the Dynamite Series, was like the perfect storm for SharmaJI.
Shobhit Bhargava’s Poker Week: High Stakes, Big Names, and Awesome Giveaways!
Shobhit Bhargava, the mastermind behind the popular ‘569Poker’ YouTube channel, just wrapped up an insane week of poker action. Forget the usual grind – this was a full-blown spectacle. He was everywhere, jumping between online platforms, battling some of the top names, and showering his loyal viewers with tournament tickets like it was Christmas morning.
A23 Poker’s Dynamite Series Gets a Bhargava Boost!
Bhargava kicked off his week with a bang at A23 Poker’s Dynamite Series. But before he even dove into the ₹7.50 Lakhs GTD TNT Rush, he gave his audience a VIP tour of A23’s new desktop application. Then, he turned on the charm, commentating on the action with his trademark wit and humour. He even managed to snag a cash, finishing 54th for ₹4,875. And he capped things off with a massive giveaway that left ten lucky viewers with tickets to the action!
Pocket52: High-Stakes Battles and a Surprise Tag-Team Partner!
On Wednesday, Bhargava took his talents to Pocket52, and he brought along a special guest: Nehal ‘Badimachli,‘ the champion of Pocket52’s second Bankroll Challenge. These two weren’t playing around; they jumped straight into the high-stakes ₹250/₹500 cash games, and the sparks were flying! Bhargava was in his element, breaking down hands, discussing strategies, and keeping the mood light while reminding everyone to gamble responsibly. He even hyped up the upcoming Bankroll Challenge, encouraging viewers to join the fun.
Junglee Poker: Bhargava and Arora Take Over!
Thursday was Junglee Poker’s turn to get a dose of the Bhargava magic, and this time, he had a different partner in crime: Ajit Singh Arora, a feared online reg. After a quick intro, they were off to the races, hitting the ₹10 Lakhs GTD Thursday PLO 4 Highroller and the ₹5 Lakhs GTD Thursday Thunder. The stream was a wild ride, with intense poker action and hilarious banter between the two, with Bhargava’s deep run in the Thursday Thunder being the highlight. He fought his way to an impressive fifth-place finish, snagging ₹19,607. And because he’s the best, Bhargava finished off with another giveaway, leaving everyone wanting more. He and Arora even hinted at future collaborations, so stay tuned!
Pocket52: Facing the Pocket Poker Championship Giants
Bhargava ended his epic week back on Pocket52, ready to take on the Pocket Poker Championship’s biggest events: the ₹8 Lakhs GTD PPC 7-Max Deepstack Turbo and the ₹20 Lakhs GTD Highroller. The Highroller attracted the biggest names in Indian poker, including Young Gun Gaurav Sood, “SPRINT King” Pradip Ghosh, Mohak Kapoor, Satyam Verma, and Vishal Ojha. But Bhargava held his own against these legends, finishing 14th and taking home a respectable ₹33,220.
A Week With Aniruddha Joshi: Where Poker and Valorant Collide
Aniruddha Joshi took his followers on a wild ride this week! From the high-stakes poker tables to to intense Valorant battles, he knows how to keep things interesting!
Monday Grind: Cash Games and Deep Dives With Parth Jain
Joshi kicked off the week by joining forces with Parth Jain for their Bankroll Challenge on Pocket52. They jumped into the ₹25/₹50 cash games, but this was no ordinary session. The duo was dissecting every hand, analyzing opponents, and talking strategy throughout.
Tuesday and Wednesday: Valorant Takes Over!
Who says poker players can’t frag out? The next two days, Joshi took a break from the poker tables and jumped into Valorant gaming sessions with his friends, and the streams were a blast! They strategized, bantered, cracked jokes, and kept the energy high. It was a reminder that sometimes, the best way to unwind is to jump into a different kind of battleground with your buddies.
Thursday: Back to the Felt With A23 Poker
Joshi returned to his poker roots on Thursday, hitting A23 Poker1s Dynamite Series and streaming his run in the ₹7.50 Lakhs GTD TMT Rush. He brought his A-game, of course, providing expert commentary and insights on everything from hand selection to table dynamics. He even gave a shout-out to A23 Poker’s sweet rakeback system (up to 60% back on desktop, people!). And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, he surprised viewers with a giveaway of ten free tickets to the tournament!
Friday: Pocket52 Bankroll Challenge – The Rematch!
The virtual felt was practically on fire as Joshi and Parth Jain faced off in another ₹25/₹50 cash game showdown. The action was intense right from the start, with both players snagging early double-ups. Jain, never one to shy away from some friendly needling, started ribbing Joshi about his bankroll, which just added fuel to the fire.
The duo dove deep into strategy as the blinds rolled on, dissecting hands and trying to outwit their unseen opponents. With one eye on the chat and the other on his cards, Joshi even managed to squeeze in some hype for the upcoming Bankroll Challenge. But the real drama unfolded in a pot where Joshi found himself staring down a huge bet from Jain.
Joshi kept the energy high throughout the stream, breaking down his thought process and analyzing key spots. He celebrated his wins and openly discussed his losses, keeping things frank. The session was also packed with hilarious banter, with jokes about each other’s lives and a discussion about the pros and cons of online versus live poker. Despite a few setbacks, Joshi finished the stream with a nice profit.
Jayferro is BACK and He Brought the Heat!
Jayant ‘Jayferro’ Alagawadi, the fan-favorite poker streamer, took a little break last week, but he’s back with a vengeance! And it’s been quite the week watching him grind it out online.
On his first night back on air, he jumped headfirst into Pocket52’s massive ₹2.50+ Crores GTD Pocket Poker Championship (PPC). This series was on a year-long hiatus, so everyone was hyped for its return. Jayferro teamed up with another awesome streamer, Parth Jain, and they absolutely crushed it in the ₹25 Lakhs GTD PPC Pocket Kings. The tension was thick, but unfortunately, Jayferro couldn’t quite make it to the money. Parth, though, snagged 38th place and walked away with ₹13,286!
On Tuesday, Jayferro decided to go for the jugular and play TWO of Junglee Poker’s biggest tournaments: the ₹7.50 Lakhs GTD Tuesday Phoenix and the ₹2.50 Lakhs GTD Tuesday Turbo. He was playing like a boss, but luck just wasn’t on his side. And to make it even worse, his luck ran out right on the money bubble, and he missed out on a score in the Tuesday Phoenix!
Wednesday was Jayferro’s first time streaming on A23 Poker, and he definitely made a grand entrance. He jumped into the ₹7.50 Lakhs GTD TNT Rush and, despite some seriously fierce competition, managed to snag third place and a sweet ₹46,875. Interestingly, our own SharmaJI did the exact same thing three days later. Maybe A23 Poker is lucky for first-timers?
Parth Jain’s Week of Non-Stop Action and Epic Giveaways
This week, Parth Jain took his viewers on a wild ride. Known for his quick wit and awesome poker content, Jain somehow managed to dial it up to eleven.
Tuesday was insane. He joined the party in A23 Poker’s ₹7.50 Lakhs GTD TNT Rush, and it was a spectacle. Despite an earlier-than-hoped-for exit (we’ve all been there), he kept the energy high by tossing ten tournament tickets to his viewers.
Wednesday brought a chance for redemption. Jain returned to A23 Poker’s TNT Rush. He might not have conquered the tournament, but he still pulled out a respectable 22nd-place finish for ₹6,375. And in true Jain fashion, he capped it off with another generous giveaway.
Friday was the climax. He tested his skills in Day 1E of Adda52’s ₹50 Lakhs GTD Big Whale and ₹35 Lakhs GTD MMA Main Event. And as expected, he closed the stream with a fantastic giveaway of 10 MMA satellite tickets to his loyal fans.
Rahul Kumar’s Poker Party on Junglee Poker and Pocket52
Rahul Kumar is more than just a poker player – he’s a whole vibe. Remember that huge win on Junglee Poker last week? He’s been on a roll ever since, and his fans can’t get enough of his killer strategies and exciting gameplay.
This past Sunday, he brought that same electrifying energy back to his home turf, Junglee Poker, to take on the ₹15 Lakhs GTD Sunday Special Knockout. With his trademark style and non-stop action, Kumar had the stream buzzing from beginning to end. (And let’s be honest, we were all glued to our screens.)
Thursday was a total grind session. Kumar jumped into Pocket52’s ₹10 Lakhs GTD Pocket Bullets and Pocket Magnets, plus the ₹8 Lakhs GTD 7-Max Deepstack Turbo. He was multi-tabling like a boss! He made a pretty awesome run in the Pocket Magnets, finishing 32nd for ₹7,275 – not a bad payday for a night’s work.
Come Saturday, Kumar was back in action on Junglee Poker for the ₹5 Lakhs GTD Saturday Jacks and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Saturday Punch. He gave it his all in both, but it was in the Saturday Punch where he made some noise, snagging a 12th-place finish and ₹2,794.
Prapti Singh Just Crushed Monday Night Poker (and Made Us All Jealous)
Forget the Monday blues; Prapti Singh redefined “Monday Motivation.” This woman doesn’t shy away from a challenge – she dominates them. Last Monday, she didn’t just dip her toes in the water, she cannonballed into two Junglee Poker tournaments: the ₹5 Lakhs GTD Monday Monster and the ₹2 Lakhs GTD Monday Battleground.
She tore through the competition like a hurricane in the Monday Monster, leaving a trail of stunned players in her wake. Reaching the final table was just the beginning. With nerves of steel and a killer poker face, she held her own against some serious contenders. The result? A glorious seventh-place finish and a ₹9,292 score to kick off her week.
PokerBaazi’s ‘The Circuit’ Turns Up the Heat Before Finale
Forget your usual poker nights! PokerBaazi’s ‘The Circuit’ is taking things to a whole new level with every episode. Imagine the best poker pros in India, all gathered in Hanoi, Vietnam, going head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown. We’re talking No-Limit Hold’em, Omaha – you name it, they’re playing it. And with the Heads-Up matches on the horizon, the tension is so thick you could cut it with a deck of cards. Why all the fuss? Because these matches are the last chance for players to snag a spot in the grand finale and rack up those crucial extra points!
Episode 7: Heads Up For Rails
Episode 7 was all about survival. Five players had already locked up their spots in the grand finale, but that sixth spot was still up for grabs. Thiyam Dannish was playing like his life depended on it, determined to keep his dream alive. Meanwhile, Advait Rajguru, watching from the sidelines, could only bite his nails and hope for a miracle.
The first heads-up match was a face-off for the ages: Jasven Saigal, the iceman himself, with a cool 280 points, against Rubin Labroo, sporting his signature lucky hat and a burning desire to claim second place. One hand, in particular, had everyone holding their breath: Labroo, with a cunning glint in his eye, overbet with , putting immense pressure on Saigal’s . The tension was palpable as Saigal ultimately decided to fold. But the drama didn’t stop there! Later, Saigal called Labroo’s with , only to see Labroo snatch victory. These guys were playing for keeps!
Then came the heart-stopper: Thiyam Dannish versus Navkiran Singh. Dannish needed this win – it was his ticket to the finale. They traded blows like prizefighters, but in the end, Dannish came out on top with a full house! Talk about a clutch performance!
Now, the stage is set for an epic finale. Jasven Saigal, Rubin Labroo, Laksh Pal Singh, Navkiran Singh, Thiyam Dannish, and Paawan Bansal – these six will collide in a battle for the ages. Who will be crowned the first-ever Circuit Champion? You won’t want to miss a single hand!
Devvrat Singh Kaurav`s Scoring Spree
Jhansi’s own Devvrat Singh Kaurav put up quite the show this week with a double-barreled assault on Junglee Poker and Pocket52.
On Wednesday, Kaurav hit Junglee Poker like a storm, diving into two of their biggest tournaments: the ₹7 Lakhs GTD Wednesday Superstack and the ₹3 Lakhs GTD Wednesday Mania. And he didn’t disappoint, fighting his way to a 10th place finish in the Superstack for a cool ₹11,010.
Come Saturday, Kaurav shifted gears and brought the action to Pocket52. He was on fire, streaming his runs in the ₹8 Lakhs GTD Pocket Queens and the ₹5 Lakhs GTD 7-Max Deepstack Turbo. The competition was fierce, but Kaurav navigated the field like a pro, cruising past the money bubble in Pocket Queens and locking up a 24th-place finish for ₹7,520. Two streams, two cashes – this man is on a roll!
IPPA Streamers Bring the Fire This Week!
IPPA streamers Rahul Arora and Devvrat Singh Kaurav were back in action this week, bringing their A-game and electrifying personalities to the virtual felt
Midweek Madness With Rahul Arora
Rahul Arora kicked things off midweek by streaming his run in Day 1C of Adda52’s ₹35 Lakhs GTD MMA Main Event. He brought his best, but luck wasn’t on his side this time. Ever the showman, Arora kept the energy high with a surprise giveaway, hooking up eight lucky viewers with tickets to Sunday’s MMA Main Event.
Devvrat Singh Kaurav: Double the Action
Devvrat Singh Kaurav wasn’t about to be outdone. On Thursday, he took on Pocket52’s ₹10 Lakhs GTD PPC Pocket Magnets, bringing his signature energy and a whole lot of heart. He fought hard, but the cards weren’t falling his way.
On Friday, Kaurav jumped into the Deepstack Turbo Bounty Hunters 21.60 on Natural8 India. He battled like a champ, grinding his way to a 103rd-place finish for N8D 34.89. And because he’s awesome, Kaurav wrapped up his stream with another round of giveaways.
PokerGuru Weekly Recap With Saumya Paithankar: Top Daily Majors Insights
PokerGuru’s Saumya Paithankar consistently delivers daily recaps, keeping viewers up to speed on all the major online poker action and the biggest winners. Her reports are concise, informative, and filled with the key details any poker player or fan would want to know. This week, two standout recaps to check out are her in-depth summaries from Sunday, November 10, and Wednesday, November 13.
Triton Poker SHRS Monte Carlo: Where Legends Were Made (and Millions Won!)
The Triton Super High Roller Series Monte Carlo was a spectacle of high-stakes action, where the world’s best players clashed for mind-blowing sums of money at Monte-Carlo Sporting.
Poker Hall of Famer Patrik Antonius Cements His Legacy
Finnish Poker Hall of Famer Patrik Antonius cemented his legacy with a jaw-dropping victory in the $200K Triton Invitational. This wasn’t just a win, it was a statement. Antonius walked away with a staggering $5.13 Million – the biggest single win of his career and his second Triton title, proving he’s still got the magic touch.
Antonius had to outmaneuver a field of 102 elite players, including a surprise contender: 69-year-old Estonian newcomer Vladimir Korzinin. This guy came out of nowhere and put up an incredible fight, finishing second and raking in a mind-blowing $3.47 Million on only his third recorded live cash!
Bryn Kenney: The King of Triton?
Bryn Kenney, the poker legend from New York, just added another Triton title to his already impressive resume. He conquered the $125K NLH Main Event, taking home a stunning $4.41 Million. This win not only boosted his already mind-blowing earnings (he’s the only player to cross $70 Million in live tournament winnings!) but also solidified his position as one of the greatest poker players of all time.
Kenney’s performance was nothing short of exceptional. He faced off against Malaysia’s Wai Leong Chan in a heads-up battle for the ages. Chan put up a fight, but Kenney’s experience and skill proved too much to handle. Chan still walked away with an insane $2.97 Million, but the crown belonged to Kenney.
Vladimir “Gambledore” Korzinin: The Real “Wizard of Monte Carlo”
Fans and commentators started calling him the “Wizard of Monte Carlo,” and with his Gandalf-meets-Dumbledore vibe, Vladimir Korzinin cast a winning spell in Monte Carlo. Just days after a stunning runner-up finish in the $200K Triton Invitational, the 69-year-old Estonian sensation triumphed over a stacked 121-entry field, taking down Event #12: $150K NLH 8-Handed for a jaw-dropping $4.35 Million!
Despite starting Day 2 as an underdog, this newcomer unleashed a spellbinding performance to the title that saw him besting a final table stacked with Triton legends, including Fedor Holz (4 Triton titles), Bryn Kenney (4), Stephen Chidwick (2), and Dan Smith (2).
Yet, it was newcomer Ossi Ketola Korzinin faced heads-up. The two rookies captured the spotlight, but in the end, Korzinin’s unorthodox style and calm wizardry prevailed. Runner-up Ketola scored a career-best $2.97 Million and, like Korzinin, rocketed up the rankings, now sitting sixth on Finland’s all-time money list.
Finnish Poker Sensation Eelis Pärssinen Wins $100K PLO Main Event
The Triton Monte Carlo concluded with a bang! Finland’s Eelis Pärssinen took down the $100K PLO Main Event, beating out an 87-entry field of top players to claim his first Triton title and a whopping $2.27 Million. Not only that, but this Nordic PLO genius also snagged the coveted Triton trident trophy and a luxurious Jacob & Co timepiece.
Pärssinen faced off against the formidable Dan Dvoress in the final heads-up battle. Dvoress put up a good fight but fell short, finishing as the runner-up with a still-impressive $1.563 Million – the second-largest cash of his distinguished career.
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