Top Videos of the Week: July 30 – August 5

In this weekly feature, we list down the most trending videos from the poker world. From the craziest to the funniest – from the interesting to the bizarre – you’ll find it all here every week!

PokerGuru Podcast: Episode 2. FT. Technology & Gaming Lawyer Jay Sayta

GST Council`s recent decision to levy 28% GST on initial deposits across online gaming and casinos has been a burning topic of discussion in the industry. To clarify some burning issues left unanswered, we invited Jay Sayta, an expert in online gaming law, for Episode 2 of the PokerGuru Podcast. In a candid conversation with PokerGuru`s Saumya Paithankar, Sayta analyzed the potential implications of this tax and the industry`s future. Topics discussed include possible revisions to the CGST Act, potential legal countermeasures, and changes to the Indian gaming industry. Sayta also outlined the possible impact on operators and professional players. Despite the challenges, he expressed confidence in the industry’s resilience.

Chota Machhi & SharmaJI’s Exciting MTT Streams

The thrilling duo of Chota Machhi (Arpit Jain) and SharmaJI (Naman Sharma) kept their audiences engaged this past week with exciting live streams.

On Sunday, these streaming gurus plunged into the realm of high-stakes poker, contending for top spots in Pocket52`s ₹10 Lakhs GTD BPS #51 Snacks, ₹20 Lakhs GTD BPS #53 Ragnarok, and the Big Pocket Series showstopper, the ₹50 Lakhs GTD BPS #52 Pocket Royale.

As the new week dawned on Monday, SharmaJI took a shot at the ₹4 Lakhs GTD Amethyst on PokerSaint.

On Tuesday, Chota Machhi took on competitors on the ₹5/10 and ₹10/20 cash tables on A23 Poker.

Later that day, Chota Machhi tackled MPL Poker’s ₹50K GTD Steal Deal Series Event #79.

On Thursday, SharmaJI dived into the ₹4 Lakhs GTD Opal on PokerSaint.

On Friday, SharmaJI took on the competition at the ₹5 Lakhs GTD Masters #21 Freeze-Out & ₹5 Lakhs GTD Masters #24 (6-Max) Turbo on PokerBaazi.

Engaging Indian Poker Masters Flagships Streamed by Aditya Wadhwani, Prachi Pahuja & Vikhyat Ahlawat

The thrilling Indian Poker Masters, currently shattering records, is in full swing on PokerBaazi. Daily live streams on PokerBaazi’s YouTube channel offer fans a close view of the action.

Last Tuesday, renowned poker commentator Aditya Wadhwani shared his experiences from Day 1 of the IPM flagships and the ₹1 Crore GTD The MoneyMaker.

On Wednesday, Wadhwani was joined by Prachi Pahuja for a dual stream, where they navigated the day’s IPM flagships.

On Thursday, Vikhyat Ahlawat made his presence known as he tackled the Day 3 IPM flagships.

Shobhit Bhargava Streams Pocket52`s Flagships

Shobhit Bhargava, who runs his streaming channel 569poker, showcased his poker skills in multiple live streams on Pocket52’s flagships last week.

He started off with the ₹50 Lakhs GTD BPS#52 Main Event on Sunday.

Bhargava and Siddharth joined forces for a dual stream for the ₹15 Lakhs GTD Pocket Royale on Wednesday.

On Thursday, Bhargava participated in the ₹12 Lakhs GTD Thursday Highroller.

He concluded the week by playing the ₹12 Lakhs GTD Pocket Magnets on Friday.

Monster Poker Community’s Utsav Taneja Stream MTTs

Utsav Taneja, representing the Monster Poker Community, streamed his run in Pocket52’s Friday flagships, the ₹25 Lakhs GTD Pocket Knights and the ₹10 Lakhs GTD Friday PLO5.

Harshdev Jhirmiria Streams Pocket52`s Big Pocket Series Flagships

On Sunday, Harshdev Jhirmiria, a prominent poker streamer, thrilled his audience by playing the final table attractions of the Big Pocket Series, including the ₹50 Lakhs GTD BPS#52 Main Event.

Parth Jain Streams MTTs & Cash Games

Popular content creator Parth Jain, AKA Your Poker Guy, lined up two streams this week, grinding MTTs and cash games.

Parth Jain returned on Tuesday, playing HiScore’s Grand Prix.

On Friday, Jain dived into MPL Poker’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Steal Deal #108 Full Stack Friday.

Sawan Kumar Streams For Gamezy Poker

Sawan Poker came out with two thrilling streams for Gamezy Poker this week.

On Tuesday, he played the ₹18 Lakhs GTD Whiplash.

On Friday, he streamed his run in the ₹25 Lakhs Wolverine.

IPPA’s Ashutosh Kumar, Devvrat Singh Kaurav & Shivam Jain Stream MTTs

Streamers from India Poker Players Association (IPPA), including Ashutosh Kumar, Devvrat Singh Kaurav, and Shivam Jain, captivated audiences this past week with regular poker streams.

On Tuesday, Ashutosh Kumar took to the digital felts, streaming his gameplay on MPL Poker’s ₹5/₹10 cash game tables.

On Friday, Kumar streamed his run in Pocket52’s Friday flagships, the ₹25 Lakhs GTD Pocket Knights and the ₹10 Lakhs GTD Friday PLO5.

On Sunday, Devvrat Singh Kaurav played the ₹50 Lakhs GTD Pocket Royale and the ₹20 Lakhs GTD Ragnarok on Pocket52.

On Wednesday, Kaurav took a shot in PokerSaint’s ₹5 Lakhs GTD Emerald.

On Thursday, Kaurav played the ₹20 Lakhs GTD Pocket Magnets on Pocket52.

The next day, he played the ₹25 Lakhs GTD Wolverine on Gamezy Poker.

On Thursday, Shivam Jain dived into Adda52’s ₹25 Lakhs GTD Godfather.

Prapti Singh’s MTT Streams

Throughout the week, Prapti Singh delivered a dazzling showcase of her poker skills.

On Sunday, Singh played the ₹50 Lakhs GTD Pocket Royale and the ₹20 Lakhs GTD Ragnarok on Pocket52.

On Tuesday, she joined Gamezy Poker’s ₹18 Lakhs GTD Whiplash.

On Thursday, she dived into Pocket52’s ₹20 Lakhs GTD Pocket Magnets.

Your Poker Journey Podcast Ft. Aman Madan

The inaugural episode of the “Your Poker Journey” podcast by Monster Poker Community, hosted by Utsav Taneja, featured an enlightening conversation with Aman Madan. Madan shares his inspiring poker journey, having escalated his bankroll from ₹50,000 to ₹30 Lakhs in just 11 months. This episode is a must-listen for poker enthusiasts seeking both inspiration and insight.

PokerGuru’s Saumya Paithankar Provides Weekly Recap of Major Tournaments

Known for her extensive insights into online poker victories, PokerGuru’s Saumya Paithankar once again delivered a week filled with detailed daily updates. Her round-up of the biggest online tournament winners on Sunday, July 30, and Wednesday, August 3, are our top picks.

Triton Super High Roller Series London 2023 – Live Streams

The prestigious Triton Super High Roller Series returned to London at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House on July 27. All the adrenaline-pumping action from these high-stakes tournaments is being live-streamed on Triton Poker’s YouTube channel. Relive the most electrifying moments from these games by watching the replays below.

German phenom Fedor Holz stormed back into the winner’s circle, taking down Event #2: $25,000 NLH 7-Handed, claiming his third career Triton title and banking a cool $609,853.

Espen Jorstad, the 2022 WSOP Main Event champion, took the crown in Event #3: $40,000 Mystery Bounty, earning an impressive prize of $639,000. This victory marked his first win in the Triton Poker Series.

The spotlight shone on Ole Schemion in Event #5: $50,000 NLH 8-Handed, as he became the second German professional to clinch a Triton title this week. His win, which netted him a massive $1.35 Million, was also his debut Triton victory.

Jason Koon validated his status as one of poker’s greatest players in Event #6: $60K NLH 7-Handed, clinching a record-extending eighth Triton title (his fourth this year) and a windfall of $1.57 Million.

In Event #7: $200,000 NLH 8-Handed, New Zealand’s David Yan emerged victorious, pocketing a colossal cash prize of $3.05 Million following a three-way deal.

DAT Poker Podcast Ep 144

The 144th episode of the DAT Poker Podcast had Adam Schwartz, Terrence Chan, Ross Henry, and GGPoker Ambassador Daniel Negreanu discussing hot topics like:

> DNegs WSOP Vlog Recap

> Overall Numbers Of The 2023 WSOP

> Main Event Payouts

> Reasons for the resurgence

> Poker Hall Of Fame

> DNegs Series Results

> TChans WSOP, Learning new games

> WSOP Player Of The Year

> WSOP In Paradise (Bahamas)

> Daniel’s Travel Story

> Triton High Rollers

> Upcoming High Stakes Duel VS Polk & more!

Feast Your Eyes on the Most Captivating Poker Hands of the Week on PokerStars

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned player seeking high-stakes thrills, these weekly highlight reels are just for you. Every Thursday, PokerStars showcases the most gripping moments from the week’s Twitch live streams, offering a ringside view of adrenaline-fueled online poker tournaments. Savour the best poker moments from the streams of stalwarts like Lex Veldhuis, Fintan Hands, aka EasyWithAces, and Spraggy on the PokerStars Twitch channel below.

Jeff Gross Podcast Ft. Chris Moorman

In a recent episode of the Jeff Gross Podcast, renowned poker pro Chris Moorman shared his experiences in poker, the benefits of coaching, and strategies for handling downswings. From carrying €800,000 in public to applying poker skills in life, Moorman provides listeners with unique insights into the world of professional poker.

GGMillion$ Show – Season 2023 E20

GGMillion$ Show returned with the cards-up FT replay of the site’s $1 Million GTD Super Millions, with Jeff Gross and Indian bracelet winner Nikita Luther calling the action.

Juan Domínguez won the Super MILLON$ title, bagging a massive $262,938 winner’s paycheque.

Big Bet Poker Live Streams

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