The Indian poker scene has witnessed several rising stars over the years, but few have dominated the landscape quite like “borntrouble” in 2025. A force to be reckoned with, “borntrouble” has consistently crushed high-stakes tournaments, proving their mettle against the best in the business. Their latest achievements on Natural8 India solidify their reputation as the most dominant player of the year.
Borntrouble’s Relentless Dominance
Fresh from a spectacular ₹37.92 Lakh victory in the Bounty Hunters Sunday Big Game 215 on Republic Day, borntrouble nearly secured another massive title. Competing in the highly anticipated APL Series: Hold’em Deepstack High Roller, they outlasted a competitive field of 70 entries, ultimately securing a runner-up finish worth ₹9.19 Lakhs.
While this might not even crack their top three scores of the year, it was still enough to cement their position as the top Wednesday grinder for the second consecutive week. With a staggering ₹1.14 Crores in total earnings on Natural8 India, “borntrouble” has officially become the first poker crorepati of 2025.
The Journey to Poker Supremacy
The Indian poker landscape has always been competitive, but “borntrouble” has managed to carve a niche for themselves with sheer consistency and skill. Their ability to navigate through large, high-stakes fields has set them apart, and their recent performances are a testament to their unstoppable momentum. With high-roller events featuring some of the toughest competition in the circuit, borntrouble’s ability to consistently reach final tables and secure podium finishes speaks volumes about their strategic prowess.
Shouryaanga: Another Rising Star
While “borntrouble” has been dominating headlines, another player has been making waves—Shouryaanga. Known for their calculated aggression and fearless gameplay, Shouryaanga delivered another stellar performance this week:
- Winner of Daily Hyper 50 – ₹1.34 Lakhs
- Runner-up in APL Series: Zodiac Dragon High Roller – ₹6.66 Lakhs
- Total winnings on Natural8 India in 2025 – Over ₹43 Lakhs
With a cumulative haul of ₹8.01 Lakhs for the night, Shouryaanga secured the second-biggest payday after “borntrouble”, proving that they are a strong contender in the high-stakes poker scene.
Yash Chitre’s Incredible Performance
A night for the grinders, Wednesday saw Yash Chitre deliver one of the most memorable performances of his career. Already riding high on a string of victories earlier in the week, he elevated his game to another level:
- Winner of PokerBaazi’s WTF – ₹3.04 Lakhs
- Winner of Adda52’s Maverick – ₹2.20 Lakhs
- Runner-up in Pocket52’s Pocket Rockets – ₹1.30 Lakhs
- Total earnings for the night – ₹6.60 Lakhs
Winning two flagship events in a single night is no easy feat, yet Chitre accomplished this for the seventh time in his career. This remarkable run reaffirmed his place among the most dominant players in 2025.
Other Notable Performances
While “borntrouble” and Chitre stole the spotlight, several other players delivered impressive performances across multiple platforms:
- Yash Jaiswal – Runner-up in PokerBaazi’s WTF (₹2 Lakhs) and Junglee Poker’s Wednesday Mania (₹28,997), totaling ₹2.42 Lakhs
- Prinsssi – Second place in Adda52’s Maverick (₹1.92 Lakhs)
- Aniket030 – A stunning comeback saw him win two major titles within 8 minutes, earning ₹5.71 Lakhs
- Mayank Saraf – Converted a ₹575 satellite entry into a ₹3.23 Lakh payday in The Pride
- Shivam Kumar Dubey – Took down PokerBaazi’s Big PLO-5 for ₹2.20 Lakhs
- Sahil Mahboobani – Runner-up in Big PLO-5 (₹1.60 Lakhs) and multiple cash finishes, earning ₹1.89 Lakhs
- Priyank Kothari – Winner of The Pride Lite (₹1.53 Lakhs), total winnings of ₹1.92 Lakhs
- Vivek Pal – Turned a ₹200 satellite into a ₹1 Lakh payday
- Ravi Kant Kumar – Winner of Pocket52’s Pocket Rockets (₹1.86 Lakhs)
The Year of Borntrouble?
With their incredible performances so far, “borntrouble” is undoubtedly the player to watch in 2025. Their dominance on Natural8 India has positioned them as one of the top contenders in the Indian poker scene, and if they continue this form, they could go down as one of the most successful players in recent history.
As the poker calendar unfolds, all eyes will be on “borntrouble” to see if they can maintain their momentum. With multiple major tournaments on the horizon, their journey is far from over, and poker enthusiasts can expect more electrifying performances in the coming months.
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