DJ Sharma’s daring bluff turns weak hand into 244K chip haul
A bold call at the poker table saw DJ Sharma secure a big win in a recent hand. Despite holding a weak starting pair, Sharma outplayed an opponent with a far stronger hand. The pot pushed Sharma’s chip stack to 244,000.
Separately, Gabor claimed the Poker of the Festival title at Grand Casino Asch from March 26-30, 2025. His victory came after a strong performance, including a final table deal in the Main Event.
The hand began with Middle Position holding a powerful pair of kings (K♥K♦). DJ Sharma, meanwhile, entered the action with a far weaker 3♥2♥.
After the flop of 10♠6♣3♠, Middle Position went all in for 20,500. Sharma decided to call. The turn and river brought the 4♥ and 3♣, giving Sharma a pair of threes—just enough to beat the overpair of kings.
The win saw Sharma collect the pot and boost his stack to 244,000.
In another highlight from the poker world, Gabor topped the leaderboard at the BHD event in Grand Casino Asch. His 38.5 points included a final table victory in the Main Event, secured after a deal. Mike Dyson finished second in the standings, while Mayoman climbed to second place with 15+5 points from the festival’s events.
Sharma’s risky but successful call demonstrates how even weak hands can win with the right board. His chip stack now stands at 244,000.
Gabor’s title at Grand Casino Asch confirms his strong run in the tournament series. The event also saw Mayoman and Mike Dyson earn top positions in the final rankings.
