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National Poker Series (NPS) 2025 State Wide Toppers

The National Poker Series (NPS) India 2025, often referred to as the “Olympics of Indian Poker,” has been a landmark event in the country’s poker landscape. With an unprecedented ₹100 Crore prize pool, this fifth edition has attracted top talent from across the nation, fostering intense competition among states vying for supremacy.

1. Zarvan Tumboli of Maharashtra:

Maharashtra has once again demonstrated its dominance in the NPS 2025 by securing the top position in the state rankings. 

Notably, Mumbai’s Zarvan Tumboli, a PokerBaazi Team Pro, made headlines by clinching three medals—1 Gold and 2 Silver—within the first three days of the series. His achievements have significantly contributed to Maharashtra’s leading position. We featured the popular poker player in our June issue of Gutshot Magazine.

2. Saahib Bawa of Delhi:

Trailing closely behind is Delhi, holding the second spot with 32 medals: 8 Gold, 13 Silver, and 11 Bronze. The capital’s poker scene has been invigorated by the emergence of new talents. Saahib Bawa, for instance, secured a Gold in NPS#40 Friday Freestyle and a Silver in NPS#62 Slamdunk, propelling him to fifth place on the India Leaderboard.

3. Vikhyat Ahlawat of Uttar Pradesh: 

Uttar Pradesh secured 23 medals: 8 Gold, 8 Silver, and 7 Bronze. The state’s success is largely driven by the exceptional performances of Vikhyat Ahlawat from Noida, who dominated events like NPS#12 Monday Marathon and NPS#29 (7-Max) SPRINT.

4. Bhanu Prakash of Karnataka:

Karnataka has reaffirmed its status as a tournament poker powerhouse, amassing 16 medals: 8 Gold, 4 Silver, and 4 Bronze. Bhanu Prakash emerged as a standout player, clinching four medals in just four days, including Gold in NPS#37 Knockout and NPS#58 Megadive. His remarkable run has elevated him to the top of the India Leaderboard.

5. Snehil Aggarwal of Haryana:

Snehil Aggarwal led Haryana to be among the top states on the leadersboard. Haryana secured 16 medals: 6 Gold, 3 Silver, and 7 Bronze, with players like 

6. Aditya Sushant of Tamil Nadu: 

Tamil Nadu, with 10 medals: 6 Gold, 3 Silver, and 1 Bronze, saw Nishaanth Shanmughasundaram making significant contributions by winning Gold in NPS#11 Knockout.

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7. Ankit Wadhawan of Chandigarh:

Working efficiently and without much spotlight, Wadhawan delivered a strong and consistent performance throughout the series. Entering 176 events, he secured cash finishes in 118 of them, accumulating an impressive ₹22.69 Lakhs in winnings — a clear indicator of solid ROI.

His two Gold medals, earned in the NPS#65 (PLO-5) and NPS#31 Relay events, highlighted his ability to finish strong when it counted the most. Quietly confident and highly capable, Wadhawan is shaping up to be a dark horse contender in the upcoming Goa finale.

8. Goonjan Mall of West Bengal:

Renowned for his aggressive playing style, Mall left a strong mark across 150 events, cashing in 87 times and racking up ₹19.33 Lakhs in winnings. He clinched two Gold medals — one in NPS#153 (4-Max) Hyper and another in NPS#64 Deepdive — securing his spot in the NPC showdown. With a blend of experience and undeniable talent, Mall heads into the Goa finale as a formidable contender and one to watch closely

9. William Yomson of Arunachal Pradesh:

This sharp and stylish banker brought a surgeon’s precision to the tables. Competing in 153 events, he secured 59 cashes and banked ₹19.19 Lakhs, with standout performances earning him two Gold medals in NPS#138 (4-Max) Hyper SPRINT and NPS#128 Megadive. Yomso’s run was a masterclass in smart game selection and well-timed aggression. He heads to Goa with something to prove — and the game to back it up.

10. Mohit Bohra of Gujarat:

Bohra competed with laser-sharp focus, transforming his series run into an impressive five-medal tally and ₹36.96 Lakh in winnings from 126 cashes across 191 events. His three Golds (NPS#27 Slamdunk, NPS#92 Relay, NPS#112 7-Max SPRINT) and two Silvers highlighted his strong finishing ability. Racking up 32,066 points, he secured 5th place on the Series Leaderboard, earning an additional ₹8 Lakhs. Now representing Gujarat, Bohra heads to Goa with quiet confidence and a track record to back it up.

11. Sreekanth Narayan of Kerala:

Narayan battled through 131 events, cashing 54 times for a total of ₹29.58 Lakh and securing five medals (2 Gold, 3 Silver/Bronze), shouldering a significant part of Kerala’s campaign. His standout score came with a runner-up finish in NPS#47 Slamdunk. As Kerala’s champion, he heads into the NPC finale with a battle-hardened game and a proven ability to perform under pressure.

12.  Anish Vijayvergia of Rajasthan: 

Vijayvergia topped the 12 NPC finalists in total series winnings, raking in ₹54.2 Lakhs through a mix of steady consistency and electrifying finishes. His run was fueled by two Golds, a Bronze, and a massive ₹18.92 Lakhs payday for finishing third in NPS#82 Mega Rush. The performance earned him 14th place on the Series Leaderboard. Now, he arrives in Goa riding serious momentum—primed to chase down the biggest prize of them all.

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