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Aman Parakh Ships The MoneyMaker, Online Regs Vidur SInghal, Ram Kakkar, Prince Singh Ship Titles On Thursday Night

Thursday Night saw some hot poker action online, with players consistently crushing the GTDs of some colossal tournaments. Here’s our Thursday round-up that has information about some of  the most exciting poker action, an eagle eye’s view on all the major poker apps in India.

PokerDangal

150K GTD Thursday Thunder (RE)

• GTD: ₹1.5 Lakh
• Buy-in: ₹1,150
• Total Entries: 151

The Thursday night heat was real on PokerDangal as the ₹150K GTD Thursday Thunder (RE) erupted with thrilling hands and high-octane showdowns. With a ₹1,150 buy-in and a prize pool locked at ₹1.5 Lakh, the tournament attracted 69 players, each gunning for the top prize and Dangal glory.

When the chips had finally settled, it was ‘DUNIYAVIJAY’ who claimed the thunder with a commanding performance that saw him bulldoze through the final stages to walk away with ₹38,882. His aggressive, no-nonsense style proved unstoppable as he surged to the top of the leaderboard, leaving a trail of busted stacks in his wake.

Giving an intense chase, ‘Rainman’ kept the heat on till the very end, eventually bagging ₹27,225 for a gritty runner-up finish. Not far behind, ‘Themisfits’ kept the momentum going with a sharp showing that earned him ₹17,516 and a well-deserved third-place payday.

The ever-consistent ‘LOBSTER’ fought his way into the fourth spot, adding ₹12,970 to his bankroll, while ‘Dynamite02’ rounded out the top five with ₹9,724, marking yet another solid run in the Dangal streets.

As the thunder rolled and the virtual felt lit up with action, the ₹150K GTD served a stormy spectacle—delivering fast-paced poker, breakout performances, and another reminder that Poker Dangal knows how to make Thursday nights roar.

A23 Poker

Monster Turbo PKO

• GTD: ₹4.5 Lakh
• Buy-in: ₹2,875
• Total Entries: 204
• Total Prize Money: ₹5.10 Lakh

The felt was on fire at A23 Poker as the Monster Turbo PKO stormed through the weekend, delivering high-octane action and surpassing the advertised guarantee by 60k that saw grinders and crushers battling it out for bounties and bragging rights.

With a field of 204 total entries (111 unique players, 88 re-entries, and 5 re-buys), the ₹2,875 buy-in event lived up to its name—fast, furious, and filled with knockouts. As the chips flew and stacks swung wildly in the turbo-paced format, the tournament carved its way to a thrilling final table stacked with familiar online warriors.

When the dust settled, ‘KAdiamonds’ emerged victorious, clinching the title and a top payday of ₹50,689. Playing a sharp and aggressive PKO strategy, the champion navigated the minefield of bounties precisely and walked away with the lion’s share.

Close behind was Anurag ‘NormanBates’ Srivastava, a known force on the domestic circuit, who fought valiantly to finish second for ₹37,545, proving again why he’s always a threat in progressive knockout formats.

Rounding out the podium, ‘MAHIR998’ banked ₹27,809 after an impressive run, while Aditya ‘Whatistheend’ Kulkarni added ₹20,597 to his bankroll with a solid fourth-place finish. The ever-consistent Shagun ‘sogani94’ Jain closed out the top five, pocketing ₹15,256.

With 31 players making the money, the Monster Turbo PKO was another showcase of A23 Poker’s ability to blend speed, excitement, and big paydays. If this event is anything to go by, the PKO wave is here to stay—and the next one promises to be even bigger.

JungleePoker

PPL Thursday Thrill ₹7.5 Lakh GTD

• GTD: ₹7.5 Lakh
• Total Entries: 202
• Buy-in: ₹3,450

It was a high-octane Thursday night on JungleePoker as the PPL Thursday Thrill ₹7.5 Lakh GTD lit up the virtual felts with intense competition and big paydays. Drawing in 202 entries at a ₹3,450 buy-in, the tournament lived up to its name—offering thrills, spills, and a shot at glory.

Rising above the fierce field was ‘nightyfury’, who put on a clinical display of poker prowess to claim the top prize of ₹1.44 Lakh. With fearless moves and razor-sharp reads, the eventual champion navigated the late stages of the tournament with ice-cold precision.

Trailing close behind was Harsh ‘harsh1327’ Bubna, who fought valiantly before settling for the runner-up finish and a well-earned ₹1.08 Lakh, while ‘magicodds98’ secured the third spot and walked away with a solid ₹80,325. Also making the final table were Sahil ‘inaboobham’ Mahboobani and ‘Clashopp’, who earned ₹59,325 and ₹43,800 respectively for their impressive deep runs.

Natural8 India

It was a power-packed day for Indian online poker crushers as Lakshya ‘pinchu77’ Dawra and ‘Wonderwoman6’ delivered standout performances across high-octane fields, locking in big paydays and turning heads across the virtual felts.

Dawra was in sublime form in the Bounty Hunters Forty Stack 44, to finish a sensational runner-up, pocketing a hefty ₹4.63 Lakh, which included a massive ₹78,781 in bounties. His deep run was a perfect mix of precision, timing, and knockout power, as he bulldozed through the bounty format with relentless aggression and finesse.

While Dawra was cleaning up the bounty streets, ‘Wonderwoman6’ was scripting her own fairy tale finish in the Daily Hyper 50, clinching the title and a payout of ₹2.30 Lakh. Her run was nothing short of heroic, with lightning-fast decision-making and fearless play earning her top honours in one of the day’s most turbocharged showdowns.

Spartan Poker

The virtual felt was sizzling with action on Spartan Poker, as the ₹ 2,500-buy-in tournament delivered high-octane drama and nail-biting finishes this week. With 165 entries — including 98 unique registrations and 67 re-entries—the competition was fierce, the stakes high, and the payouts well worth the grind.

In the end, it was ‘MisterCool’ who rose above the rest, pocketing a handsome ₹58,793 and the bragging rights of outlasting a stacked field. Hot on his heels was ‘B.G75’, whose impressive run earned him ₹54,749, followed closely by ‘stick’, who battled his way to a ₹53,599 payday. The tournament also saw ‘LuckyCrapper’ make a deep run, cashing out for ₹51,659, while ‘mrmontu’ rounded out the top five with ₹32,800 to show for his efforts.

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Adda52

Godfather

• GTD: ₹20 Lakh
• Total Entries: 358
• Buy-in: 5,750

It was a blockbuster Thursday night on Adda52 as the Godfather returned with a vengeance, attracting a massive turnout and dishing out a ₹20 lakh prize pool with players fighting tooth and nail for supremacy. With 358 entries logged (152 unique, 189 re-entries, and 17 re-buys), the field was stacked with heavy-hitters, dark horses, and dreamers looking to etch their name into the Godfather legacy.

When the smoke cleared after hours of high-stakes drama, it was Ram ‘mowgumotu’ Kakkar who stood tallest, securing the top spot and a cool ₹3.23 Lakh in winnings. Kakkar’s composed aggression and timely plays saw him clinch victory in a nail-biting finish that kept the railbirds glued to their screens.

Just a breath behind was ‘spark123’, who came heartbreakingly close to the title but still walked away with a near-identical payout of ₹3.19 Lakh—an indication of a fiercely contested heads-up battle.

The ever-dangerous Myron ‘zzzzz369’ Pereira finished third, adding ₹1.99 Lakh to his already-impressive resume. Following him was ‘8X9X3X0X3X’, who held his ground deep into the final table to earn ₹1,46,156, while Debneil ‘Noobneil’ Mukherjee pocketed ₹ 1.07 lakh for his gritty fifth-place finish. The final table also saw Ashwin ‘Ashwinvijay1399’ Vijayvergia take home ₹78,528, rounding off the top tier of payouts.

Out of the 55 players who finished in the money, plenty of well-known regulars managed to make deep runs. The likes of ‘Bhai_on_mary_jane’ (31st), Nitin ‘JeeneNhDunga’ Rawat (33rd), Amar ‘PsykoEko’ Iyer (36th), Siddhant ‘AajNahiAana’ Singh (38th), Ankit ‘d00mtr00p3r’ Wadhawan (40th), and Sahil ‘ImHighIshove’ Mahboobani (42nd) all cashed, proving yet again that consistency pays in the long grind.

Rapid Fire Finale

• GTD: ₹20 Lakh
• Total Entries: 447
• Buy-in: ₹3,500

The action was electric and relentless in the Rapid Fire Finale, as the ₹20 Lakh GTD multi-flight event on the domestic circuit delivered a fitting climax to its high-octane run. With just 447 entries and 59 survivors progressing to Day 2, the finale brought together a compact but ultra-competitive field of sharpshooters, all with their sights set on the big prize.

Emerging from the inferno was none other than Vidur ‘bullgod89’ Singhal, who bulldozed through the final table with trademark aggression and finesse. For his masterclass in controlled aggression and unwavering focus, Singhal bagged a top prize of ₹2.21 Lakh, adding another impressive title to his growing online legacy.

Giving him a serious run for his money was Shobhit ‘569poker’ Bhargava, who kept the pressure on till the end, eventually finishing runner-up for ₹1.96 Lakh. It was a close battle with oversized pots and bold moves, but Singhal ultimately proved too hot to handle in the turbo-charged setting.

Also making waves was Shreyansh ‘halifax7701’ Sharma, who held firm throughout the middle stages and closed out a third-place finish worth ₹1.29 Lakh. Not far behind, Sagar ‘rajsagar32’ Raj pocketed ₹95,221 for a gritty performance, while Mayank ‘arebetaraise’ Maruka walked away with ₹69,893 after a solid deep run.

The ever-consistent Aditya ‘whatistheend’ Kulkarni also featured at the final table, adding ₹37,719 to his tally with another composed showing.

Thursday Thunder

• GTD: ₹7.5 Lakh
• Buy-In: ₹3,350
• Total Entries: 216

The midweek poker grind reached fever pitch on Adda52 as the Thursday Thunder lit up the virtual felt with high-stakes drama, top-tier talent, and a hefty prize pool up for grabs. Drawing in 216 entries (110 unique, 91 re-entries, and 15 re-buys), the ₹3,350 buy-in event proved to be a crowd-puller, offering adrenaline-pumping action and deep rewards.

At the end of a fierce contest, it was Stavya‘dgunner09’ Singh who rose above the storm to seize the title, walking away with ₹1.49 Lakh and the spotlight firmly on his relentless performance. Known for his sharp instincts and fearless approach, Singh navigated the final table with poise and pounced at the right moments to seal the win.

Close behind was Raghav ‘mrbean98’ Ananth, who matched Singh move for move in a gripping heads-up duel before settling for a strong second-place finish and a payout of ₹1,10 Lakh. Somesh ‘JackNotMa’ Patel followed up in third, pocketing ₹81,790 after a composed and strategic run.

The ever-dangerous Vaibhav ‘vane_shado’ Temani wasn’t far behind, securing ₹60,580, while ‘Dead_man99’ rounded out the top five, banking ₹44,870 in a field where every chip had to be earned the hard way.

The tournament paid out 31 spots, with familiar names peppering the cash list. Notably, Anurag ‘NormanBates’ Srivastava, no stranger to deep runs, added another finish to his resume by cashing in 26th place for ₹9,253.

PokerBaazi

The MoneyMaker #29

• GTD: ₹1 Crore
• Buy-in: ₹10K
• Total Entries: 1,037

Sunday night was all fireworks on PokerBaazi as marquee The MoneyMaker #29, lit up the online felts, delivering on every ounce of its promise with a ₹1 Crore GTD prize pool and a lineup packed with India’s fiercest grinders. With a buy-in of ₹10,000 and a thunderous 1,037 entries (551 unique and 486 re-entries), the event was a mammoth in every sense, bringing high stakes, elite competition, and a finish to remember.

Leading the charge and standing tallest when it mattered most was Aman ‘KarmaPoker’ Parakh, who etched his name into the MoneyMaker legacy by capturing the title and a career-defining payday of ₹15 Lakh. Parakh’s run was a showcase in composure and calculated aggression as he navigated a field of battle-hardened opponents en route to the crown.

Hot on his heels was Mohammad ‘devilfish007’ Shabbir Hussain, who pushed deep into the final stretch to secure a strong second-place finish and walk away with ₹10 Lakh, a prize worthy of the sweat he put in. The action didn’t slow down from there—Manash ‘ravenclaws’ Kalita claimed ₹7 Lakh for third, continuing his red-hot form on the circuit, while Anish ‘PapaNegreanu’ Arora took home ₹5.7 Lakh after a stellar display of tournament prowess.

The final table also featured firepower in the form of ‘Shipit420’, who bagged ₹4.48 Lakh, and Aditya ‘gomzi77’ Das, who earned ₹3.48 Lakh after holding his own among elite company. Shardul ‘duuurrrr’ Parthasarathi, another familiar name at deep stages of big-ticket events, added ₹2.7 Lakh to his already-stacked poker resume.

The tournament paid out 152 places, and the cash list reads like a who’s who of the Indian poker elite. Aditya ‘aditya2596’ Sabherwal finished 14th for ₹85K, while Rajneesh ‘msdhoni’ Thakur and Amar ‘PsykoEko’ Iyer each picked up ₹55K for finishing 20th and 30th, respectively. Other deep runners included R ‘happyfish’ Mahajan (₹40K), Ujjwal ‘Mr_Robot’ Narwal (₹40K), Raghav ‘scambrahm’ Ananth (₹28K), and Abhishek ‘theheisenberg’ Paul (₹23K). Familiar names like Myron ‘priyankAAchoprAA’ Pereira, Avijit ‘SwangoRay’ Jaiswal, Harsh ‘harsh1327’ Bubna, and Arsh ‘Button_Hai_Bro’ Grover also made their mark with ITM finishes.

The Summit

• GTD: ₹50 Lakh
• Buy-in: ₹10K
• Total Entries: 462

Thursday night on the virtual felt was nothing short of majestic as The Summit, one of the crown jewels on the Indian poker calendar, returned with its signature blend of high-stakes action and elite competition. With a towering ₹50 Lakh guarantee and a ₹10,000 buy-in, the tournament drew a formidable field of 462 entries (283 unique and 179 re-entries), with 70 players finishing in the money.

At the top of the mountain stood Prince ‘NaNki’ Singh, who delivered a performance worthy of his name. Singh weathered the storm through countless tough spots and emerged victorious, adding a cool ₹7.5 Lakh to his bankroll in what was a gritty, well-earned triumph.

Hot on his heels was Aditya ‘gangajal’ Sushant, whose run was packed with well-timed aggression and consistency. He came agonisingly close to the title but still walked away with an impressive ₹5.2 Lakh for his runner-up finish. Rohit ‘rohit22rm’ Mishra secured the third-place spot with ₹4 Lakh, capping a strong showing that had him in contention from the mid-stages all the way to the final table.

Also making headlines was Amit ‘quark’ Kaushik, who pocketed ₹3.05 Lakh after holding his nerve against some of the best in the business, while Satyam ‘AnakinSkywa1keR’ Verma rounded out the top five with a ₹2.4 Lakh payday, further solidifying his presence in high-stakes events.

Deep runs came in from several of the usual suspects, including Amar ‘PsykoEko’ Iyer, 11th place for ₹80K, and Rajneesh ‘msdhoni’ Thakur, who followed close behind in 12th for ₹ 62.5 K. The money list also featured the likes of Arsh ‘Button_Hai_Bro’ Grover (26th for ₹38.5K), Chirag ‘miyagi’ Sodha (41st for ₹25K), and Rajat ‘LungFakeer’ Sharma (51st for ₹25K), all proving once again that consistency and class are key to surviving the Summit’s brutal grind.

In true Summit fashion, the tournament delivered high drama, rich rewards, and another crowning moment for one of India’s rising stars. For Prince Singh and the rest of the final tablists, this climb to the top was well worth every chip.

The Summit Lite

• GTD: ₹10 LakhBuy-in: ₹3,000
• Total Entries: 648
• Total Prize Money: ₹16.91 Lakh

It was another action-packed night on the virtual felt as The Summit Lite roared to life with high-energy showdowns and a prize pool that smashed expectations, settling at an impressive ₹16.91 Lakh prize pool. The ₹3,000 buy-in event drew a fiery field of 648 entries (371 unique and 277 re-entries), all eyeing a deep run and their share of the spotlight, with 102 players eventually finishing in the money.

The night belonged to ‘Samarthagrawal7’, who navigated the chaos with poise and precision to claim the top spot and walk away ₹2.58 Lakh richer. From outlasting early surges to dominating the endgame, the champion showed nerves of steel and a clear strategy that paid off when it mattered most.

Putting up a gritty performance was ‘Heyleague’, who pushed deep into the final stages before falling just short of the title. Still, the runner-up effort was handsomely rewarded with a ₹1.69 Lakh payday. Not far behind was Karan ‘Kaio575’ Kanani, who rounded out the podium with a solid third-place finish and ₹1.25 Lakh in winnings, adding another big score to his growing list of accolades.

The top ten was fiercely contested, with ‘Durrrrr1310’ breaking into it and securing ₹24,000 for a tenth-place finish. The money list also featured several seasoned regulars, including Amar ‘PsykoEko’ Iyer, who cashed in 32nd place for ₹8,280, RampageR1 in 46th with ₹8,200, and Rajat ‘LungFakeer’ Sharma, who took 48th place and also pocketed ₹8,280.

The Summit Lite once again proved why it’s one of the most popular value-packed events on the calendar—offering big rewards, deep fields, and an unmissable chance for players across the stakes spectrum to shine. For ‘Samarthagrawal7’, it was a night to remember and a victory that firmly plants him in the winner’s circle of India’s thriving online poker scene.

Daily Last Chance

• GTD: ₹10 LakhTotal Entries: 655
• Buy-in: ₹2,500
• Total Prize Money: ₹14.24 Lakh

In a thrilling late-night finish, Vivek ‘viveksnmc10’ Pal emerged victorious in the Daily Last Chance, outlasting a massive field of 655 entries (345 unique and 310 re-entries) to grab the lion’s share of the surpassed ₹14.24 Lakh prize pool. The ₹2,500 buy-in event lived up to its name—offering one final shot at glory for the day’s grinders—and Vivek made the most of it.

Pal’s run was marked by fearless play and well-timed aggression as he surged through a tough field packed with experienced regs and rising stars. His victory netted him a handsome ₹2.17 Lakh, capping off a memorable night on the virtual felts

Snapping at his heels was Mayank ‘Newsolidcash’ Maruka, who came agonizingly close to the title but still walked away with an impressive ₹1.7 Lakh for his runner-up finish. Meanwhile, Adwait ‘SSHOTT’ Pol fired his way to a podium finish and banked ₹1.05 Lakh, proving once again that his game is as sharp as ever. Jogesh ‘Johnimsong’ Chimnani also made a deep run, securing ₹81,730 for his fourth-place effort.

Big PLO-5

• GTD: ₹10 Lakh
• Buy-In: ₹5,000
• Total Entries: 227

The virtual PLO streets lit up with fireworks as the Big PLO-5 on Sunday night saw high-voltage action and fierce swings. All five finalists wrapped up proceedings with a five-way deal. With a ₹10 Lakh prize pool, a ₹5,000 buy-in, and 123 unique entries battling for the top spots, the event was as wild as Omaha gets—and it didn’t disappoint.

After hours of aggressive five-card madness, ‘tiltexpress’ came out on top, banking ₹1.38 Lakh and bragging rights in a deal that saw five players agree to chop the top prizes, all locking in handsome payouts.

Mayank ‘starbhai’ Taljua put on a spectacular show to claim ₹1.29 Lakh, continuing his strong form in PLO formats. Close behind was ‘pokerkonu’, who walked away with ₹1.14 Lakh, displaying some fearless plays en route to the top.

Also part of the final agreement was the ever-solid Amit Kumar ‘philivey007’ Jha, who kept things steady and secured ₹1.13 Lakh. Meanwhile, ‘Cn1807’ matched the top payout, also earning ₹1.38 Lakh from the deal.

With 31 players finishing in the money, the Big PLO-5 once again proved to be a magnet for high-octane poker and big-time bankroll boosts. 

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