Poker News India in April 2024 has been a rollercoaster ride of record-breaking achievements, thrilling online series, and Indian talent conquering the international stage. From the National Poker Series India (NPS) smashing participation records to Ankit Ahuja’s dominant win at the GUKPT Edinburgh High Roller, the Indian poker scene has been buzzing with excitement. Let’s delve deeper into the events that kept the poker community glued to the tables throughout April.
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“India’s Ankit Ahuja impressed everyone with his performance as part of the GUKPT Edinburgh High Roller Final Table.“
Top Poker Tournaments in India
India is home to several high-profile poker tournaments, attracting players from all over the world. Here are some of the top tournaments in India:
World Poker Tour (WPT) India
The WPT India is one of the most prestigious poker tournaments in the country, featuring a range of events and formats. The tournament attracts some of the best players in the world and offers significant prize pools.
India Poker Championship (IPC)
The IPC is one of the most prestigious poker tournaments in India, featuring a range of events and formats. The tournament attracts some of the best players in the country and offers significant prize pools.
PokerBaazi Premier League (PPL)
The PPL is a popular online poker tournament in India. It features a range of events and formats, attracts a large number of players, and offers significant prize pools.
Junglee Poker PPL Series Heats Up the Online Arena
While live tournaments dominate headlines, the online poker scene in India remains vibrant. Junglee Poker, a leading online platform, recently launched the PPL Series 3: ₹1+ Crore GTD Twin Wins Series, running from April 22nd to 28th, 2024. This exciting series offers a guaranteed prize pool of over Rs. 1 Crore, spread across various tournaments with a “twin win” format. This unique format allows players to participate in two identical tournaments simultaneously, increasing their chances of winning. The series caters to a wide range of bankrolls, making it accessible to both seasoned professionals and recreational players.
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Ankit Ahuja Makes a Splash on the International Stage
India’s poker prowess continues to shine on the international stage. Ankit Ahuja, a rising star in the Indian poker circuit, recently dominated the final table of the £1,650 High Roller event at the 2024 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) Edinburgh festival. Ahuja’s skillful gameplay and unwavering focus saw him conquer a star-studded field, securing a significant win and etching his name in the GUKPT history books. This victory is a testament to the growing talent pool of Indian poker players making waves internationally.
April also witnessed the much-anticipated ‘India Poker Series 52’. This year, the stakes were heightened, with the recorded participation of over 4,000 poker enthusiasts nationwide. Competition was fierce, but Visitha Reddy conquered all, snatching the coveted champion’s title.
Global Headlines
In global headlines, Indian poker players made substantial waves. Stuart Dawson clinched victory at the EPT Monte-Carlo €5,300 Main Event. Dawson, originally from Mumbai, pocketed an eye-popping €827,700 prize, ensuring India’s place on the global poker map. His win demonstrates that Indian poker talent is capable of challenging and winning at the highest international levels.
