In joyous news for the Indian poker fraternity, Mumbai poker pro and WSOP bracelet winner Abhinav Iyer got married yesterday in Tamil Nadu. Iyer tied the knot with his friend Shweta Ramesh, a talented publicist and marketer from Mumbai. The couple’s wedding is a big moment of pride and celebration, not just for their families, relatives and friends but also for the poker players, many of whom took to their social handles to congratulate the couple.
Iyer and Shweta’s wedding ceremony took place at the opulent Kaldan Samudhra Palace, a luxurious property in Tamil Nadu. While Shweta dazzled in a beautiful traditional saree, Iyer looked the charming groom in a finely tailored sherwani. Their radiant smiles and loving glances grabbed almost everyone’s attention and created some unforgettable memories. Truly, the wedding celebration was filled with heartfelt moments, cultural richness, and a unique setting that held a special place in their hearts.
A Wedding To Remember For Years
This grand wedding ceremony was attended by luminaries from the poker world and beyond. Among the esteemed guests were the Natural8 India Director and Ambassador Kunal Patni, and the power couple WSOP bracelet winner Aditya Agarwal and his wife Shuchi Chamaria. Adding to the celebration were poker veterans like Dhaval Mudgal, Raghav Bansal, and Vikram Kumar, along with the dynamic duo of PSL’s Lucknow Kings captain Gaurav Sood & Gunisha Sinha, along with PSL’s Mumbai Anchors’ captain Laksh Pal Singh and Kolkata Wizards’ captain Shardul Parthasarthi, Deepankur Gupta and many more. Their attendance added to the celebration, showcased camaraderie and made this wedding truly a special affair.
Abhinav Iyer: A Prominent Name In India’s Poker Scene
Abhinav Iyer is a prominent name in India’s poker scene whose poker journey is nothing short of remarkable. Boasting close to $2 million in live tournament earnings and more than INR 9.6 crores in online winnings, his poker journey began in college days in Chennai. He later moved to Australia to pursue his post-graduation degree, and during his time in Australia, he frequently visited Crown Casino to improve his game. Also this was when he discovered online poker through PokerStars. There has been no looking back since then as Iyer has established himself as one of India’s top poker players, both on the live felts and in the online arena.
Iyer first became known in the live arena in 2014, cashing in low-stakes events in Melbourne. He shot into international fame in 2019 when he won the APT Main Event for $98,055 and followed it up that year with a historic win in the WSOP 2019 Closer for $565,346 – his career-best score to date. This victory made him India’s first solo WSOP bracelet winner, solidifying his place among poker elites.
After his historic WSOP victory, Iyer continued to showcase his prowess across several international events. From final-tabling prestigious tournaments to winning the USOP Mini High Roller Event in Hanoi last year, he has added several big scores to his resume. Most recently, he competed in the APT Taipei Poker Classic 2024, where he cashed three tournaments, including a runner-up finish in the High Roller Double Stack Event for $44,690.
A Bright Future for the Couple
As Abhinav and Shweta embark on this new chapter of life together, the entire poker community joins in celebrating their union. We wish both of them a lifetime of happiness, prosperity, and love. May their partnership flourish as beautifully as Abhinav’s thriving poker career.
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