Poker in India is on the Rise!
With massive wins and record-breaking tournaments, Indian poker players are dominating online platforms. The NPS 2025 series on PokerBaazi is delivering life-changing payouts, while Natural8 India, Adda52, and PokerStars India are witnessing intense action.
Top Indian Poker Winners – March 16, 2025 | NPS & Online Poker Results
On Natural8 India, Anant Purohit (EasyShips) secured a major victory, clinching ₹1.27 Lakh in the Bounty Hunters Circuit HR 525, reaffirming his status as one of India’s top online grinders.
The PokerBaazi NPS 2025 series featured high-stakes action, with Eday taking down the NPS#134 High Roller (Final) for a staggering ₹40.05 Lakh. Meanwhile, Kabir Singh (Ksc7) pocketed ₹9.03 Lakh in the NPS#133 Saturday Showdown, and Sagar Raj (BustedAA) claimed ₹3.85 Lakh in the NPS#135 (7-MAX) Sprint.
Over on Adda52, thejokerrrr dominated the Head Shot Bounty event, bagging ₹76,748, while at PokerStars India, kryptic crushed the Saturday Stacks tournament, taking home ₹91,197, including bounties.
As Indian poker tournaments continue to grow, events like Natural8 India Super Circuit 2025 and Journey to APT Taipei 2025 are giving Indian players a shot at international glory.
Natural8 India Winners
Bounty Hunters Circuit HR 525 – Anant Purohit (EasyShips) Wins ₹1.27 Lakh!
Poker pro Anant Purohit continues his hot streak, securing ₹1,27,479 in the fiercely competitive Bounty Hunters Circuit HR 525 on Natural8 India. His stellar performance cements his reputation as one of India’s top online players.
PokerBaazi Winners: Top Performances & Big Wins
NPS#136 MARATHON – Nitin Rawat (Gambler42) Wins ₹3.40 Lakh
Poker pro Nitin Rawat (Gambler42) put up a stellar performance, securing ₹3.40 Lakh in the NPS#136 Marathon. His consistency and deep runs continue to make him a force to be reckoned with.
Top Finishers:
- Nitin Rawat (Gambler42) – ₹3,40,000
- Nikesh Chawla (Durr102) – ₹2,39,000
- Rajat Sharma (LungFakeer) – ₹1,82,000
Player Spotlight: Rajat Sharma
Rajat Sharma has firmly established himself as one of India’s top poker talents. He recently secured impressive victories on Natural8 India, including:
✔ ₹21,81,394 at the APL 2025 Tip-Off
✔ ₹22,58,000 in the Friday Fisticuffs tournament
With over seven years of professional experience, his strategic brilliance and consistency have earned him a formidable reputation. Before poker, Rajat held senior roles in wealth management at Edelweiss, IIFL Wealth, and RBS, honing skills that seamlessly translated into poker success. His adaptability extends beyond online play, with $37,584 in live tournament earnings and a best cash of $5,468.
Since transitioning from the corporate world in 2017, Rajat has become an inspiration in Indian poker, proving that discipline and strategic acumen are key to success. As he continues to shine in high-stakes tournaments, his journey showcases the rising prominence of Indian players on the global poker stage.
NPS#135 (7-MAX) SPRINT – Sagar Raj (BustedAA) Wins ₹3.85 Lakh
Displaying immense skill and determination, Sagar Raj (BustedAA) took down the NPS#135 (7-MAX) Sprint, pocketing a solid ₹3.85 Lakh.
Top Finishers:
- Sagar Raj (BustedAA) – ₹3,85,000
- Lavesh Meena (Upay4myweed98) – ₹2,69,000
- Abhinav Nath (Supernova11) – ₹2,07,000
Player Spotlight: Lavesh Meena
Known online as “Upay4myweed98”, Lavesh Meena has built a strong reputation in the Indian poker community.
✔ Live Earnings: $610 (Best Cash: $610)
✔ Notable Online Finishes:
- 65th place in NPS#86 RUN-UP 25L GTD (PokerBaazi) – ₹8,000
- 97th place in THE ENDEAVOUR 50L GTD (PokerBaazi) – ₹12,500
Meena’s consistent performances continue to establish him as a prominent online grinder in India.
NPS#134 HIGHROLLER (FINAL) – Eday Wins ₹40.05 Lakh
A dominating performance by Eday saw him clinch the NPS#134 Highroller (Final) for an incredible ₹40.05 Lakh.
Top Finishers:
- Eday – ₹40,05,000
- Ritwik Khanna (Ritwikkhanna) – ₹25,03,000
- Kartik Ved (TheInternetKid) – ₹17,66,000
Player Spotlight: Ritwik Khanna
A rising star in Indian poker, Ritwik Khanna continues to impress with his performances on both national and international stages.
✔ Recent Triumph: DPT Xpress 2025 Mini Main Event – ₹3,84,615
✔ First Recorded Cash (2019): Baazi Poker Tour – ₹1,72,200
He has also secured significant finishes in major series like:
- WSOP Online Bracelet Event (2022)
- Asian Poker Tour (2022)
- U Series of Poker (2023)
With a growing international presence, Khanna remains a player to watch in the expanding Indian poker scene.
Player Spotlight: Kartik Ved
A familiar name in both online and live poker, Kartik Ved (“TheInternetKid”) gained recognition after finishing 51st in the WSOP Main Event (2019). His adaptability and skill continue to make him a major figure in Indian poker.
NPS#133 SATURDAY SHOWDOWN – Kabir Singh (Ksc7) Wins ₹9.03 Lakh
Dominating the field in the NPS#133 Saturday Showdown, Kabir Singh (Ksc7) took home ₹9.03 Lakh, proving his mettle once again.
Top Finishers:
- Kabir Singh (Ksc7) – ₹9,03,000
- Acekingsuited47 – ₹6,35,000
- Uttam Kumar Sinha (Immortalis) – ₹4,84,000
NPS#130 DEEPDIVE – A M (Frankie08) Wins ₹3.60 Lakh
With sharp strategy and consistent play, A M (Frankie08) emerged victorious in the NPS#130 Deepdive, adding ₹3.60 Lakh to his bankroll.
Top Finishers:
- A M (Frankie08) – ₹3,60,000
- Nitesh Katiyar (batmanpok) – ₹2,48,000
NPS#132 SLAMDUNK – Naresh Veeravalli (Emperor457) Wins ₹3.32 Lakh
Demonstrating a strong performance, Naresh Veeravalli (Emperor457) claimed the NPS#132 Slamdunk title, securing ₹3.32 Lakh.
Top Finishers:
- Naresh Veeravalli (Emperor457) – ₹3,32,000
- Farzad Ahmed (devildash777) – ₹3,00,000
Adda52 Winners
Head Shot Bounty – thejokerrrr Wins ₹76,748
In the Head Shot Bounty tournament on Adda52, thejokerrrr outlasted the competition to claim ₹76,748.
Top Finishers:
- thejokerrrr – ₹76,748
- ankitsinghme – ₹56,611
- Mohak Kapoor (Sparkie) – ₹41,754
PokerStars Winners
Saturday Stacks – kryptic Wins ₹91,197
A solid performance from kryptic in the Saturday Stacks tournament earned him ₹91,197, including bounties.
Top Finishers:
- kryptic – ₹91,197 (₹34,572 Bounty)
- cueball49943963 – ₹41,551 (₹7,000 Bounty)
- zrock – ₹29,681 (₹7,250 Bounty)
Poker India is on Fire!
The competition is heating up as India’s top poker players continue to dominate major online tournaments. With massive payouts and thrilling victories, today’s winners have once again showcased their skill and resilience.
Who will be the next big winner? Stay tuned for more updates on top finishers and the most exciting poker action from across the country!
