Big Wins on May 26 Poker: Shiven Meena, Anurag Srivastava, and Neeraj Sattawat Triumph
On Natural8 India and PokerBaazi, poker champs outdid themselves as Ils Shiven Meena, Neeraj Sattawat, Bajaj Ankit Omprakash, Snehil Aggarwal, Anurag Srivastava, Siddhanth Kripalani, Kritagya Sharma, and Ganesh Kamat showcased their skills and savvy, leaving us all in awe of their epic bluffs, killer strategies, and sheer poker magic!
Shaken, Not Stirred: Shiven Meena's Winning Streak
Sammy199, also known as Sampapa, tore through the Lotus Bounty Challenge 55 on Natural8 India, collecting an impressive ₹7,41,143. Boasting an exceptional display of strategic bounty hunting and chip management, Meena's victory solidified his position as a poker ace to watch.
Just a few days prior, Sampapa took home a whopping ₹3,41,000 from NPS#89 (6-MAX) SPRINT, having played circuitously with a formidable field.
The Fury Never Fades: Neeraj Sattawat's Resilient Performance
Under the Furyan moniker, Neeraj Sattawat proved his prowess in The European Classic 30 on PokerBaazi, amassing a cool ₹3,31,790. Sattawat's focused and steady gameplay showed he's an adversary to be reckoned with, standing tall against formidable opponents.
Fresh off his ₹15,00,000 win in PokerBaazi's #5 The ManyMaker (₹10,000 Buy-in | ₹1 Crore GTD), Dattebayo is no stranger to the top spot.
Survive and Thrive: Bajaj Ankit Omprakash Holds His Ground
Playing as Naturalm8, Bajaj Ankit Omprakash impressed once again in the Lotus Bounty Challenge 55, banking ₹1,29,149. Resiliently weathering the storm and capitalizing on his bounty opportunities, he demonstrated why he ranks among the best gamers in the game.
Known for his smart bounty grabs, Naturalm8 secured ₹1,39,516 in the Bounty Hunters Daily Main 525 just a few days ago with steadfast gameplay.
Master Tactician: Snehil Aggarwal's Sharp Mind
Fighting with finesse, Snehil Aggarwal (Gaurav_Sood) picked up ₹1,26,435 in the Bounty Hunters Mega Main 525 with superior bounty hunting skills and strategic acumen. Able to maintain pressure on opponents and skillfully manage the game flow, Gaurav_Sood's victories are a testament to his intellectual prowess.
The Big Winners: PokerBaazi's Final Table Heroes
- Karan Pantola (Mahadevpoker) - ₹12,18,000
- Anurag Srivastava (Rebuy2Survive) - ₹12,82,000
- likeaboss85 - ₹7,00,000
That's double trouble for Anurag Srivastava, kingpin of #26 The MoneyMaker! Cementing his status as a dominant force at the table, Rebuy2Survive took home ₹12,82,000 after a fiercely competitive final table.
The Future Looks Bright: First Games Wins Breather from Hefty GST Demand
The Real Money Gaming sector got a much-needed break as the Supreme Court temporarily halted a staggering ₹5,712 Crore GST demand against Paytm's First Games. Following a show-cause notice from the Directorate General of GST Intelligence, this reprieve has breathed fresh life into the challenged industry.
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- The poker industry witnessed an incredible day on May 26th, with several champions showcasing their skills in poker tournaments on Natural8 India and PokerBaazi.
- Shiven Meena, under the name Sampapa, demonstrated exceptional poker strategy and bounty hunting skills, amassing a significant win in the Lotus Bounty Challenge 55.
- Neeraj Sattawat, known as Furyan, performed resiliently in The European Classic 30 on PokerBaazi, securing a victory of ₹3,31,790.
- Bajaj Ankit Omprakash, playing as Naturalm8, impressively won ₹1,29,149 in the Lotus Bounty Challenge 55, demonstrating his resilience and bounty-grabbing ability.
- Snehil Aggarwal, better known as Gaurav_Sood, displayed strategic acumen, earning ₹1,26,435 in the Bounty Hunters Mega Main 525.
- In the final table of PokerBaazi's #5 The ManyMaker (₹10,000 Buy-in | ₹1 Crore GTD), Anurag Srivastava emerged victorious, taking home an impressive ₹12,82,000 after a competitive showdown.
- The Real Money Gaming sector received a reprieve as the Supreme Court temporarily halted a hefty ₹5,712 Crore GST demand against Paytm's First Games.
- For the latest poker updates, news, and events, read the May 25th poker recap HERE.
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