The online poker scene lit up on June 25th as India’s top grinders delivered electrifying performances across major platforms like Natural8 India, PokerBaazi, Adda52, and PokerStars. Headlining the day’s action was Bajaj Ankit Omprakash aka Naturalm8, who crushed the Zodiac Goat High Roller for a massive ₹8.33 Lakhs and topped it off with a solid score in the Bounty Hunters HR 525. Close behind was Snehil Aggarwal (Gaurav_Sood), who conquered two Speed Racer Bounty events with clinical precision, amassing over ₹5.36 Lakhs.
Other notable winners included Vaibhav Temani, Furukawa Shimpei, and Aniket Waghmare, who showcased their prowess in their respective tournaments. From adrenaline-fueled hyper events to skill-heavy bounty formats, the day was a true celebration of poker mastery.
In one of the most remarkable repeat performances in recent poker history, Aaron Cummings etched his name into the annals of the WSOP by winning the $1,500 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw for the second straight year. Cummings bested 635 players, seizing his second bracelet and $157,172 in a thrilling finale.
Platforms like PokerBaazi and Adda52 also saw thrilling finishes, with familiar names and new contenders making their mark on the leaderboard. June 25th truly belonged to the fearless and the focused.
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Natural8 India – Featured Winners
Bajaj Ankit Omprakash (Naturalm8): Total ₹8,88,832
- Tournament: Zodiac Goat High Roller: ₹8,33,704
- Tournament: Bounty Hunters HR 525: ₹55,128
Highlights: Player Bajaj Ankit Omprakash aka Naturalm8 stormed through the Zodiac Goat High Roller, bagging a massive ₹8,33,704. A powerhouse performance that dominated the high-stakes action! Another strong run for Bajaj Ankit Omprakash, this time in the Bounty Hunters HR 525. A well-earned ₹55,128 adds to an already impressive resume!
A few days ago, Bajaj Ankit Omprakash, with his ID Naturalm8, clinched an impressive ₹1,537,189 in the Global Mystery Bounty Festival Closer 250, sealing his dominance in this high-stakes event.
SNEHIL AGGARWAL (Gaurav_Sood): Total ₹5,36,562
- Tournament: Speed Racer Bounty 108: ₹2,89,016
- Tournament: Speed Racer Bounty Europe 108: ₹2,47,546
Highlights: SNEHIL AGGARWAL aka Gaurav_Sood showed blazing speed in the Speed Racer Bounty 108, capturing ₹2,89,016. Precision and timing were the name of the game! Back-to-back brilliance from SNEHIL AGGARWAL as he racked up ₹2,47,546 in the European edition. A masterclass in bounty accumulation!
Previously, Snehil Aggarwal, playing under the alias Gaurav_Sood, made a significant impact with a remarkable win of ₹280,954 in this fast-paced and action-packed tournament
Vaibhav Temani (GlazeCotton): ₹1,81,829
- Tournament: Bounty Hunters Hyper Special 32
Highlights: Vaibhav Temani aka GlazeCotton brought the heat in the Bounty Hunters Hyper Special 32, crushing the field for ₹1,81,829. A hyper-charged performance worth celebrating!
Furukawa Shimpei (Furunandesu): ₹1,57,348
- Tournament: Daily Hyper Special 88
Highlights: A disciplined and sharp showing by Furukawa Shimpei, also known as Furunandesu, in the Daily Hyper Special 88 saw them collect ₹1,57,348. Tactical aggression paid off in style!
POKERBAAZI – Featured Winners
The Pride (₹5,750 Buy-in | ₹30L GTD)
- 1st: Aniket Waghmare (Anteman) – ₹5,68,000
- 2nd: Amsula – ₹3,41,000
- 3rd: Drish Aggarwal (dpatron) – ₹2,62,000
Highlight: A fierce battle between seasoned pros ended with Anteman shipping the title. Amsula and Dpatron rounded out the top three in style.
The Vault (₹5,000 Buy-in | ₹15L GTD)
- 1st: Rajj27 – ₹2,40,000
- 2nd: Anurag Srivastava (Rebuy2Survive) – ₹1,84,000
- 3rd: Mohit Kankariya (TurnYourAce) – ₹1,47,000
Highlight: Rajj27 broke the safe open in this high-octane thriller, outlasting Rebuy2Survive and TurnYourAce in a tightly contested final table.
Big PLO-5 (₹5,000 Buy-in | ₹10L GTD)
- 1st: udit1105 – ₹1,91,000
- 2nd: Arjanveer Singh (holdbaby) – ₹2,06,000
- 3rd: Harsh Bubna (harsh1327) – ₹1,13,000
Highlight: PLO action brought big swings, with holdbaby pulling the most significant payout and udit1105 claiming the trophy. A wild ride for Omaha grinders!
Daily Last Chance (₹2,500 Buy-in | ₹10L GTD)
- 1st: Mohak Kapoor (Tiltin) – ₹1,48,000
- 2nd: Vikhyat Ahlawat (supersaiyan57) – ₹1,70,000
- 3rd: Satyam Verma (AnakinSkywa1keR) – ₹94,570
Highlight: A fast-paced finish saw supersaiyan57 bag the biggest payout despite finishing runner-up, while Tiltin held firm to clinch the title in this thrilling late-night showdown!
The Pride Lite (₹2,000 Buy-in | ₹10L GTD)
- 1st: Vineesh Bhatia (VanielNegranu) – ₹2,03,000
- 2nd: extrasmalllTM68 – ₹1,34,000
- 3rd: Ronuk Lekhraj (ronukl) – ₹99,020
Highlight: Consistency paid off as VanielNegranu took top honors—a close three-way race with extrasmalllTM68 and ronukl making deep runs into the money.
ADDA52 – Featured Winners
Head Hunter (₹5,750 Buy-in | ₹20L GTD)
- 1st: Vicky0809 – ₹2,00,397
- 2nd: A S (Aceleration) – ₹1,46,895
- 3rd: Harsh Bubna (harash1327) – ₹1,07,674
Highlight: Knockouts and big stacks ruled the field as Vicky0809 emerged victorious. Aceleration and harash1327 chased hard, making it a thrilling finish for the bounties!
Wednesday Wonder (₹3,350 Buy-in | ₹7.5L GTD)
- 1st: Amar Iyer (PsykoEko) – ₹1,46,666
- 2nd: Sahil Mahboobani (ImHighlshove) – ₹1,08,489
- 3rd: jarvis590 – ₹80,249
Highlight: A tight three-way contest saw PsykoEko edge past two formidable opponents. ImHighlshove and jarvis590 made deep runs in this mid-week showdown.
POKERSTARS – Featured Winners
RMS Daily Marquee (₹4,600 Buy-in | ₹10L GTD)
- 1st: Raja31740388 – ₹1,92,400
- 2nd: kingjack0003 – ₹1,45,100
- 3rd: monteee – ₹1,07,100
Highlight: A tightly contested high-value daily saw Raja31740388 dominate the final table. kingjack0003 and monteee followed close behind, making it a packed leaderboard in this marquee clash.
Conclusion
June 25th proved to be a benchmark for brilliance in the Indian poker circuit. From high-stakes takedowns to calculated bounty chases, every winner showcased resilience, strategy, and heart. As the online grind intensifies, these results remind us that in poker, consistency and courage are key. Here’s to more action, more champions, and more unforgettable moments on the virtual felt.
FAQs
- Who won the biggest prize on June 25th?
Bajaj Ankit Omprakash (Naturalm8) secured the most significant payout, totaling ₹8,88,832.
- Which tournament had the highest individual prize?
The Zodiac Goat High Roller on Natural8 India awarded ₹8,33,704 to Bajaj Ankit Omprakash.
- Which platform featured the most high-value tournaments?
PokerBaazi had multiple high-stakes events, including The Pride, The Vault, and Big PLO-5.
- Who had standout back-to-back wins?
Snehil Aggarwal (Gaurav_Sood) won two Speed Racer Bounty events totaling ₹5,36,562.
- Were there any notable finishes in Omaha events?
Yes, Udit1105 won the Big PLO-5 on PokerBaazi, while holdbaby scored the highest payout.
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