The poker tables were ablaze with action on January 11, 2025, as some of the finest players in the Indian poker scene showcased their skills across popular tournaments. From dominating the leaderboards in high-stakes events to consistent deep runs across multiple games, these players proved why poker is a game of both strategy and resilience. At PokerBol, your trusted destination for the latest poker news, we bring you the top performers of the day. Whether you’re a seasoned grinder or a budding enthusiast, this roundup of achievements will keep you inspired and informed about the evolving world of Indian poker.
1. Ashish Munot – ₹8,85,745
Player ID: Omg spew
Ashish Munot dominated the day with a stellar performance in Natural8 India’s Saturday Santa’s Secret KO (buy-in: ₹15,000), finishing 15th and taking home an incredible ₹8,85,745.
2. Neel Joshi – ₹5,00,000
Player ID: worm33
Neel Joshi claimed 1st place in PokerBaazi’s Blockbuster tournament (buy-in: ₹5,750, ₹30L GTD), adding ₹5,00,000 to his bankroll.
3. Tarun Goyal – ₹4,70,587
Player ID: Uncapped
Tarun Goyal consistently performed across multiple events on Natural8 India:
- Bounty Hunters HR: ₹2,30,642.
- Saturday Santa’s Secret KO HR: ₹1,20,066.
- Saturday Santa’s Secret KO: ₹1,19,879.
4. Vikram Jaiswal – ₹3,15,000
Vikram Jaiswal secured the 2nd spot in PokerBaazi’s Blockbuster, bagging ₹3,15,000 for his efforts.
5. VjPoker2 – ₹2,48,000
In the same Blockbuster tournament, VjPoker2 clinched 3rd place, earning a significant ₹2,48,000.
6. Novus – ₹1,74,000
Novus showed great skill, taking 1st place in Pocket52’s Pocket Queens event (buy-in: ₹3,300, 7L GTD) and winning ₹1,74,000.
7. Chandan Rai – ₹1,80,000
Player ID: M3ssy
Chandan Rai topped PokerBaazi’s Blockbuster Lite tournament (buy-in: ₹2,000, 10L GTD), pocketing ₹1,80,000.
8. Sharktv – ₹66,640
In PokerStars’ Saturday Stacks event, Sharktv earned a combined bounty and prize of ₹66,640 for their 1st-place finish.
9. Karan Thakker – ₹65,708
Player ID: Karannthakker
Karan Thakker finished 3rd in Adda52’s Head Shot Bounty (buy-in: ₹3,150, 8L GTD), winning ₹65,708.
10. Mindreaderr – ₹74,000
Pocket52’s Deep Stack Turbo event saw Mindreaderr securing the top spot and earning ₹74,000.
As the cards hit the felt and chips changed hands, January 11, 2025, became a testament to the growing prowess of Indian poker players. With big wins and stellar performances across platforms, the day highlighted why India is emerging as a hotbed for poker talent. At PokerBol, our mission is to keep you updated with the latest in the poker world, offering comprehensive pokernews and insights. Stay connected with us for more player spotlights, tournament updates, and all things poker. Remember, every hand played is a story waiting to be told, and we’re here to share it with you.
