Saturday, April 26 delivered another thrilling night of high-stakes drama across India’s leading online poker platforms. The spotlight shone brightest on Anant Purohit, who pulled off a sensational double win on Natural8 India, reinforcing his reputation as one of the country’s top bounty crushers.
Over on PokerBaazi, SpinDoctor captured the prestigious ₹30L Blockbuster title, while Karan Radia crushed the field in Adda52’s Stack Attack tournament. Meanwhile, in a life-changing freeroll, Dhawal Lachhwani turned a free entry into a staggering ₹10 Lakhs.
With the Natural8 India Omaholic Series 2025 heating up, and global showdowns like the WPT Global Online Poker 2025 and APT Taipei 2025 Final Table making headlines, the Indian poker scene is truly on fire.
Here’s the full breakdown of April 27’s major winners.
Natural8 India – Saturday Highlights
Anant Purohit (EasyShips) – ₹6,02,846
Tournaments:
- Bounty Hunters HR 525 – ₹2,68,848
- Bounty Hunters Daily Main 54 – ₹3,33,998
Highlight:
Anant Purohit dominated Natural8 India’s bounty fields, scoring back-to-back wins worth over ₹6 Lakhs combined. First, he stormed through the Bounty Hunters HR 525, showcasing relentless aggression and bounty hunting finesse. Hours later, he added another trophy with a clean run in the Bounty Hunters Daily Main 54, proving why he’s considered one of India’s most dangerous bounty format players.
Further Reading: Anant Purohit’s previous standout wins.
Sandeep Varma R S (effuno99) – ₹1,05,805
Tournament: Zodiac Dog Ultra Deepstack
Highlight:
Sandeep Varma R S lived up to his grind-specialist reputation by clinching the Zodiac Dog Ultra Deepstack, pocketing ₹1.05 Lakhs. His deep-stack patience and ICM mastery were on full display in this slow-structured battle.
PokerBaazi – Saturday Flagship Results
Blockbuster Lite (₹2,000 Buy-in | ₹10 Lakhs GTD)
- 1st: Gladiatorp – ₹1,74,000
- 2nd: Utkarsh Srivastava (Sam20542) – ₹1,14,000
- 3rd: Shai211 – ₹84,470
Highlight:
Gladiatorp topped the field in Blockbuster Lite, capitalizing on timely aggression to seize ₹1.74 Lakhs. His endgame adjustments proved critical in a field filled with tough mid-stakes regulars.
Blockbuster (₹5,750 Buy-in | ₹30 Lakhs GTD)
- 1st: SpinDoctor – ₹5,00,000
- 2nd: Vikram Jaiswal (Supernovaaa) – ₹3,15,000
- 3rd: Hs0110 – ₹2,48,000
Highlight:
SpinDoctor dominated PokerBaazi’s marquee event, The Blockbuster, walking away with ₹5 Lakhs. His control over final table dynamics and calculated aggression when it mattered most were the keys to his resounding victory.
NPC State Freeroll for Gujarat (Free Entry | ₹1 Crore GTD)
- 1st: Dhawal Lachhwani (Stick3rz) – ₹10,00,000
- 2nd: Parth Saha (PapuLasith) – ₹6,14,000
- 3rd: Jaydeep Dawer (JDBhaiya) – ₹4,45,000
Highlight:
In one of the most historic freeroll moments yet, Dhawal Lachhwani (Stick3rz) converted a free seat into ₹10 Lakhs. His run will be remembered for its bold calls, fearless semi-bluffs, and heads-up composure under lights-out pressure.
Daily Last Chance (₹2,500 Buy-in | ₹10 Lakhs GTD)
- 1st: Azzy0097 – ₹1,30,000
- 2nd: Nurahahaha – ₹1,39,000
- 3rd: Adwait Pol (SSHOTT) – ₹83,250
Highlight:
Azzy0097 snatched victory in the Daily Last Chance, showcasing expert turbo play and capitalizing on opponents’ mistakes late into the night.
Adda52 – Saturday Marquee MTTs
Stack Attack (₹4,600 Buy-in | ₹10 Lakhs GTD)
- 1st: Karan Radia (Reg_Slayer) – ₹2,02,004
- 2nd: The_Alchemist – ₹1,52,277
- 3rd: lakshayadhikari – ₹1,14,788
Highlight:
Karan Radia (Reg_Slayer) outmaneuvered a field of seasoned opponents to claim the Stack Attack crown. His positional awareness and bounty-maximizing strategy earned him ₹2.02 Lakhs and bragging rights for the night.
The Starlight (₹2,400 Buy-in | ₹4 Lakhs GTD)
- 1st: Amit Kaushik (RagingBull) – ₹92,454
- 2nd: Inzemaam Husain (Shavzz) – ₹68,431
- 3rd: vinay2203 – ₹50,649
Highlight:
Amit Kaushik (RagingBull) charged to victory in The Starlight, banking ₹92K after running deep with a mix of controlled aggression and sharp hand selection throughout the final table.
Final Thoughts
April 27 served up another electrifying night for poker in India.
Anant Purohit’s double bounty win, SpinDoctor’s marquee victory, and Dhawal Lachhwani’s freeroll fairytale made sure the night will be remembered.
As the Natural8 India Omaholic Series 2025 intensifies and the APT Taipei 2025 Final Table unfolds live, Indian poker is setting new benchmarks every day.
Plus, the upcoming WPT Global Online Poker 2025 promises to add even more fireworks to the calendar.
Stay tuned to PokerBol for the best coverage of India’s poker revolution!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who were the biggest winners on April 26?
A1:
- Anant Purohit (₹6.02 Lakhs – Natural8 India double victory)
- SpinDoctor (₹5 Lakhs – PokerBaazi Blockbuster)
- Dhawal Lachhwani (₹10 Lakhs – NPC Gujarat Freeroll)
Q2: Where is the Natural8 India Omaholic Series 2025 happening?
A2:
It’s live on Natural8 India with exciting bounty tournaments daily.
Q3: Is the APT Taipei 2025 Final Table live now?
A3:
Yes, catch the live action and updates from India’s top players at APT Taipei Final Table.
Q4: Where can I read more about upcoming global events?
A4:
Get details about the WPT Global Online Poker 2025 and more global tournaments on PokerBol.
