The 2025 GPI Asia Poker Festival has officially begun in Taipei City, Taiwan. Running from March 28 to April 7, 2025, this 11-day event is drawing poker fans from around the world to the CTP Asia Poker Arena. This year’s celebration is planned to be bigger and better than ever with reasonable buy-ins and a full calendar.
GPI Asia Poker Festival: A Thrilling Start
The festival kicks off with the Global Poker League (GPL) Team Event, which has become a staple of the GPI Asia Poker Festival. First launched in 2018 as GPL China, the event quickly gained popularity and has since moved to Taiwan. This year, the GPL Team Event boasts a record 23 teams, with Taiwan leading the charge. Notable players like Justin Chu, Philip Wang, and Li-Ta Hsu are set to compete for the title.
Thailand is making a bold statement. They are fielding seven teams. The teams feature star players such as Punnat Punsri, Phachara Wongwichit, and Kannapong Thanarattrakul. South Korea will also be represented, with players Jimmy Chun and Jiwon Lee making their mark in the competition. With such a star-studded lineup, the GPL Team Event is already shaping up to be a highlight of the festival.
Key Events at GPI Asia Poker Festival 2025
| Date | Event | Buy-In (NTD) | GTD (NTD) | Starting Stack | Levels | Late Registration |
| Mar 28 | MPS Mystery Bounty (Day 1A) | 3,500 | 1,000,000 | 20,000 | 25 min | 12 levels |
| Mar 29 | MPS Mystery Bounty (Day 1C) | 3,500 | 1,000,000 | 20,000 | 25 min | 12 levels |
| Mar 30 | MPS Main Event (Day 1A) | 15,000 | 2,000,000 | 25,000 | 30 min | 10 levels |
| Apr 1 | The Hendon Mob Championship (Day 1A) | 7,000 | 1,000,000 | 20,000 | 25 min | 12 levels |
| Apr 3 | MPS Main Event (Day 1A) | 15,000 | 2,000,000 | 25,000 | 30 min | 10 levels |
| Apr 5 | MPS High Roller | 20,000 | 40,000 | 40,000 | 30 min | 6 levels |
| Apr 6 | MPS Mini Main Event | 5,000 | 500,000 | 25,000 | 20 min | 10 levels |
| Apr 7 | MPS Master Event | 3,500 | 300,000 | 30,000 | 25 min | 10 levels |
GPI Asia Poker Festival Award Ceremony: Honoring the Best
On March 29, 2025, the GPI Asia National Award Ceremony will take place, recognizing Asia’s top poker players. The ceremony will honor standout players from countries like China (Ren Lin), Hong Kong (Daniel Tang), Thailand (Punnat Punsri), and Taiwan (Justin Chi Jen Chu). Following the awards, a special banquet will celebrate these poker heroes, making it a night to remember.
Master Poker Series: A Packed Schedule for Everyone
For players not involved in the GPL, the festival offers a full slate of Master Poker Series (MPS) events. There are 21 events to choose from, with buy-ins starting at NTD 2,500 (~US$75), ensuring there’s something for everyone. A major attraction is the MPS Mystery Bounty, which runs from March 28-30 and features a NTD 1,000,000 (~US$30,400) guaranteed prize pool. Players will enjoy the thrill of drawing for hidden bounties, adding an extra layer of excitement to the competition.
MPS Main Event: The Big One
The MPS Main Event (April 3-6) is the centerpiece of the festival, with a NTD 2,000,000 (~US$60,800) guaranteed prize pool. With a buy-in of NTD 15,000 (~US$455), this event is expected to draw a large crowd, especially after the huge turnout in the previous series. Last year, Po Ting Chen took home NTD 1,058,200 (~US$32,800) after an impressive run, and a similar strong turnout is expected this time.
The Hendon Mob Championship: Prestigious and Exciting
Between the MPS events, poker fans can enjoy the Hendon Mob Championship (THC Championship) from April 1-3, 2025. This event offers a NTD 1,000,000 (~US$30,400) guarantee with a buy-in of NTD 7,000 (~US$210). As the largest poker database in the world, The Hendon Mob adds prestige to the festival with this highly anticipated event.
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With so many exciting events lined up, the GPI Asia Poker Festival promises to deliver non-stop action. Whether you’re playing in the GPL, the MPS, or any of the other thrilling competitions, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
Stay tuned in POKERBOL for more updates as the festival continues to unfold in Taipei!
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