WSOP 2025: Poker Titans Clash in $25K High Roller – Final 18 Vie for Glory and $1.73M Top Prize

The 2025 World Series of Poker continues to be a festival of world-class competition, and none have embodied that spirit more than Event #22: $25,000 High Roller 6-Handed. Featuring a star-studded cast and one of the fiercest fields assembled this summer in Las Vegas, this tournament is down to its final 18 players — each eyeing the bracelet and a life-changing $1,734,717 payday.

From legends with multiple bracelets to breakout stars chasing their first major win, this $25K showdown has it all. And leading the charge into Day 4 is none other than Jared Bleznick, a name synonymous with dominance in mixed games, now threatening to seize a No-Limit Hold’em crown.

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The Road So Far: Fireworks, Fame, and Fierce Play

When this high-stakes event kicked off at the Horseshoe and Paris Casinos, the rail knew they were in for a show. Some of the biggest names in poker history, from WSOP veterans to young crushers, pulled up chairs and stacked chips.

But now, just 18 warriors remain. Every one of them is guaranteed at least $72,064, but the real prize sits at the summit — a bracelet and a payday worth over $1.73 million.

Jared Bleznick in the Driver’s Seat

Mixed-game aficionado Jared Bleznick isn’t typically the face you expect at the top of a No-Limit leaderboard — but that’s what makes his run even more special. With 115 big blinds in his arsenal, he enters Day 4 not just as a chip leader, but as the man to beat.

Bleznick, already a bracelet winner in PLO, is proving he can thrive in any format. His aggressive, fearless style has put pressure on even the most seasoned No-Limit experts. If he can keep his momentum, Bleznick may walk away with one of the most prestigious titles of his career.

Global Talent on Display – Who’s Still in?

The names in this final 18 aren’t just notable — they represent a global showcase of poker greatness.

Kristen Foxen – The Queen of WSOP

With four bracelets and over $6 million in earnings, Foxen is already a poker legend. Known for her rock-solid discipline and calm demeanor, she enters Day 4 with 21 big blinds and the kind of experience that few can match. A fifth bracelet would etch her name even deeper into poker’s Mount Rushmore.

Nick Schulman – Short Stack, Sharp Mind

Don’t count him out. With just 5.5 BBs, Schulman starts as the shortest stack — but he’s also a six-time bracelet winner with razor-sharp instincts. His comeback ability is proven, and if he gets an early double, things could escalate fast.

David Peters – The Silent Assassin

Two WSOP bracelets. $45 million in career earnings. Peters may be one of the quietest superstars in poker, but his talent is deafening. He enters Day 4 with 11 BBs, known for leveraging ICM spots better than almost anyone on the planet.

Chris Moorman – Online Legend, Live Closer

A $20M online crusher and WSOP champion, Moorman is known for his adaptability and deep thinking. With 14 BBs, he’s lurking — and the table knows better than to let him stick around.

Mustapha Kanit – Europe’s Showman

Down to just 0.1 BB, Italy’s Kanit is hanging by a thread — but his reputation for fearless play and charisma makes him a dangerous out even with crumbs.

Landon Tice – The Next Gen Star

Rising young American star and poker coach Landon Tice is on a mission. Backed by the ODB Fantasy Team, he enters with a strong 50 BB stack and a point to prove: that the new generation can go toe-to-toe with the legends.

Barak Wisbrod – Israel’s Threat

With 52 BBs and a WSOP bracelet under his belt, Wisbrod is representing Israel’s growing poker scene. He has both the chips and the confidence to run deep.

Galen Hall – Consistent and Composed

Since his 2011 PCA win, Hall has been a model of balanced, strategic poker. With 17 BBs and calm focus, he’s still in striking distance.

The Big Stacks Hunting Bleznick

Several international stars are positioned just behind the leader:

• Fabian Gumz (Austria) – 61 BBs
• Adrien Delmas (France) – 60 BBs
• Paulius Vaitiekunas (Lithuania) – 57 BBs

Each of them has shown resilience through three grueling days of action and now hold the chips — and nerve — to challenge Bleznick on the biggest stage.

Day 4 Chip Counts – WSOP $25K High Roller

Prize Pool & Payouts – The Million-Dollar Questions

The final 18 are all guaranteed $72,064, but as the field narrows, the pay jumps will be massive.

What to Watch For on Day 4

As play resumes, the key questions are:

• Can Jared Bleznick maintain his momentum?
• Will one of the short stacks mount a miracle comeback?
• Which of the rising stars will seize their moment?

With millions on the line, ICM pressure at its peak, and elite minds clashing, this Day 4 will shape up to be a poker spectacle that fans won’t forget.

Final Thoughts

The $25,000 High Roller at WSOP 2025 isn’t just about the money — it’s a statement. A bracelet here cements legacies, launches careers, and etches names into poker history. Whether it’s a legend like Foxen or Schulman, or a fresh force like Tice or Gumz, one of these final 18 will walk away a hero.

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PC Regina Cortina and Trevor Scott