India’s online poker scene is witnessing massive surge, fueled by ever-increasing player participation and whopping guaranteed tournaments being offered by major poker platforms. Despite the GST challenges, the allure of life-changing prizes and the thrill of the fierce competition are drawing players in big numbers to the online felts. The past few months have seen a series of staggering seven to eight-figure wins that showcase the game’s growth and significance for Indian players.
One of the most massive victories recently came from Tarun Goyal, who turned heads with not one, but two eight-figure scores on Natural8 India. His latest triumph came on Saturday in Natural8 India’s WSOP Online Event #4: $840 Bounty Pot Limit Omaha, where he walked away with a life-changing INR 1.09 Crores, solidifying his position as one of the formidable forces in the Indian online poker scene.
Hot on the heels of Goyal’s incredible performance, another headline-grabbing victory unfolded this Sunday at the Indian Poker Masters (IPM) grand finale boasting a whopping INR 11.10 Crores in guaranteed prizes across nine flagship tournaments and turning Sunday into an unforgettable poker spectacle. The epic finale night culminated crowning 17 new millionaires. Among them, Vivek Bajaj stood out as the star of the show as he delivered a performance of a lifetime by clinching the INR 6 Crore GTD IPM#57 Main Event title.
Quick Recap of Indian Poker Masters Main Event Victory
This historic win not only secured him a career-best score of INR 90.17 Lakhs but also bagged him the coveted Masters Cup. This victory marked more than 51 times his previous best online score, making Bajaj the second player ever to claim this prestigious title. His stellar run didn’t just earn him accolades, it also cemented his name in the annals of Indian poker history.
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While Bajaj stole the show with the historic victory, Mayank Taluja made waves finishing runner-up for a career-high INR 74.87 Lakhs. The final table of the IPM Main Event was a memorable one, with each finalist securing millionaire status. ‘Ladynorthtower’ finished in third place for INR 42 Lakhs, while Tejpal Singh (fourth for INR 30.90 Lakhs), Karan Radia (fifth for INR 25 Lakhs), and Sreekanth Narayan (sixth for INR 19.62 Lakh) were the other notable regs on the final table. Each player showcased exceptional skill, contributing to a thrilling finale that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.
Indian Poker Masters Main Event Final Table Results
1. Vivek ‘TheAfrican’ Bajaj – INR 90,16,520*
2. Mayank ‘starbhai’ Taluja – INR 74,87,080*
3. Ladynorthtower – INR 42,00,000
4. Tejpal ‘Nutsbreaker’ Singh – INR 30,90,000
5. Karan ‘Apocalypto’ Radia – INR 25,00,000
6. Sreekanth ‘n0thing’ Narayan – INR 19,62,000
7. Necro91 – INR 14,40,000
8. Tarsh ‘Ceepee’ Mehrotra – INR 10,20,000
The IPM#57 Main Event on PokerBaazi featuring INR 17,250 entry fee and a mind-boggling INR 6 Crores in guaranteed prize pool, attracted 3,926 entries across ten starting flights, leading to a fiercely contested Day 2 finale. Despite falling a little shy of the ambitious prize pool goal, the event still delivered extraordinary payouts, with the top 414 finishers receiving a share of the hefty prize pool.
Significance of Vivek Bajaj’s IPM Main Event Win For Indian Online Poker
Vivek Bajaj’s historic win and several other big victories in the last few days highlight the unstoppable momentum of online poker in India. The ever-escalating guarantees, massive turnouts across high-stake online events and the increasing number of players scoring big wins signal a bright future for the Indian poker industry. With poker players like Tarun Goyal and Vivek Bajaj recording historic wins, the online poker boom in India is just getting started, promising even greater achievements and milestones in the coming months.
The stories of these talented poker players and their life-changing wins inspire players nationwide and are testament to the growing popularity and acceptance of the game as the mind sport. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a new entrant, the Indian poker landscape is brimming with opportunities to win big. With more and more millionaires emerging every Sunday, the potential of online poker’s growth in India is truly limitless.
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