May 8 Recap | Big Scores from Puneeth B N, Jasven Saigal, and Raghav Ananth

On May 8, 2025, the Indian online poker scene delivered another action-packed day across Natural8 India, PokerBaazi, and Adda52. PokerBaazi Team Pro Jasven Saigal, a high-stakes cash game specialist and regular on India’s show circuit, proved his tournament prowess by shipping the Big PLO_5. Puneeth B N topped the Daily Last Chance. Meanwhile, Danielantionio scored big in the ₹30 Lakh GTD Summit.

Over at Adda52, Raghav Ananth shipped the Godfather. Moreover, seasoned pros Mithun Mahesh and Sanat Mehrotra added strong finishes in Thursday Thunder.

Meanwhile, the World Festival 2025 on Natural8 India (May 4 to June 10) continued to gain momentum. With more than 1,600 tournaments and four buy-in tiers, it offers the biggest prize pool in Indian online poker history. As a result, the fields are growing sharper, and the action is heating up by the day.

Natural8 India – Daily Turbo Highlights

CalypsoK – ₹1,30,399
Tournament: Mini LUCKY SEVENS Superstack Turbo 17.77
Highlight: CalypsoK finished 4th in this high-paced event. Known for strong short-stack play, they earned ₹1.30 Lakhs and stayed consistent in the World Festival grind.

ThalaForASeason – ₹1,20,984
Tournament: Daily Hyper 10
Highlight: ThalaForASeason secured a 2nd-place finish and ₹1.20 Lakhs. Their timing and late-stage aggression continue to deliver solid results in turbo formats.

PokerBaazi – Featured Winners

Daily Last Chance (₹2,500 Buy-in | ₹10 Lakhs GTD)

1st: Puneeth B N (Ruzzanaire) – ₹1,88,000
2nd: Bulff900 – ₹1,23,000
3rd: Sirccharaja – ₹92,080
Highlight: Puneeth B N dominated the Daily Last Chance. He navigated a challenging field and bagged ₹1.88 Lakhs with clean execution in the final stages.

Big PLO_5 (₹5,000 Buy-in | ₹10 Lakhs GTD)

1st: Jasven Saigal (JasvenSaigal) – ₹2,10,000
2nd: Rajneesh Thakur (Msdhoni) – ₹1,74,000
3rd: JaiKiran Kumar (Tesify) – ₹1,32,000
Highlight: PokerBaazi Pro Jasven Saigal, one of India’s top Omaha players, showcased his skill in this event. He outplayed a seasoned lineup and earned ₹2.10 Lakhs. Close behind was Rajneesh Thakur, a longtime Baazi regular and consistent PLO performer.

Summit Lite (₹3,000 Buy-in | ₹10 Lakhs GTD)

1st: Aniruddha Joshi (PocketacesAJ) – ₹2,19,000
2nd: Vaibhav Arora (Vaibhi18) – ₹1,43,000
3rd: A M (Frankie08) – ₹1,07,000
Highlight: Poker streamer Aniruddha Joshi brought his A-game to this field. He outlasted strong competition to win ₹2.19 Lakhs. Known for thoughtful analysis and solid decisions, his finish was no surprise.

The Summit (₹10,000 Buy-in | ₹30 Lakhs GTD)

1st: Danielantionio – ₹7,50,000
2nd: S M (smr1g10) – ₹5,23,000
3rd: Anmol Mehta (Anzzzzz) – ₹3,95,000
Highlight: Danielantionio delivered a standout performance in this deep-structured high roller. His consistent chip accumulation earned him ₹7.50 Lakhs.

#8 The MoneyMaker (₹10,000 Buy-in | ₹1 Crore GTD)

1st: Flip352 – ₹15,00,000
2nd: Anurag Srivastava (Rebuy2Survive) – ₹9,78,000
3rd: Harsh Bubna (Harsh1327) – ₹7,00,000
Highlight: Flip352 topped the ₹1 Crore GTD MoneyMaker. Meanwhile, seasoned grinders Anurag Srivastava and Harsh Bubna battled hard at the final table. Both players are known for consistent deep runs and did not disappoint.

Further read Harsh Bubna: India’s Poker Star and His Unstoppable Rise to Success on Natural8 India

Adda52 – Key Winners

Monster Turbo PKO (₹2,875 Buy-in | ₹4.5 Lakhs GTD)

1st: ekthatalli – ₹46,970
2nd: TheGrindGuru – ₹35,404
3rd: anjali_129 – ₹26,688
Highlight: ekthatalli took down this bounty event with smart pressure and timely eliminations.

Thursday Thunder (₹3,350 Buy-in | ₹7.5 Lakhs GTD)

1st: noobies – ₹1,49,083
2nd: Mithun Mahesh (Intuitionn) – ₹1,10,426
3rd: Sanat Mehrotra (mehro2511) – ₹81,790
Highlight: noobies closed out a tough field for ₹1.49 Lakhs. Meanwhile, veterans Mithun Mahesh and Sanat Mehrotra posted yet another impressive finish. Their consistency on Adda52 remains unmatched.

Godfather (₹5,750 Buy-in | ₹20 Lakhs GTD)

1st: Raghav Ananth (mrbean98) – ₹3,36,787
2nd: Sahil Mahboobani (ImHighlshove) – ₹3,14,268
3rd: A M (goajaanahai) – ₹2,01,848
Highlight: Raghav Ananth triumphed in the Godfather, claiming ₹3.36 Lakhs. Right behind him, Sahil Mahboobani, one of India’s most decorated MTT pros, added yet another top-tier score.

Final Thoughts

May 8 proved that India’s top players are in peak form. From Jasven Saigal’s PLO mastery to Flip352’s big win, the day delivered excitement and high-level poker. With more action on the way at the World Festival 2025, the stage is set for even bigger moments this weekend.

FAQs

What is the World Festival 2025 on Natural8 India?
A massive online poker series from May 4 to June 10. It includes over 1,600 events and the largest prize pool in Indian poker history.

Who won the biggest tournaments on PokerBaazi on May 8?
Flip352 (₹15 Lakhs), Danielantionio (₹7.50 Lakhs), and Jasven Saigal (₹2.10 Lakhs).

Who took down the Godfather event on Adda52?
Raghav Ananth (mrbean98), followed by Sahil Mahboobani and A M.

Which players are consistently performing on Natural8 India?
Names like Mohit Mehta, CalypsoK, and ThalaForASeason are consistently appearing in the money.

Where can I find Indian poker news daily?
Visit PokerBol.com for results, recaps, and strategy updates on all major Indian sites.