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Israeli citizen with Mediterranean heritage and long-term U.S. residency status
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Born (date and place of birth)
November 24, 1960, Jerusalem, Israel
Residence (current location)
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; lives with family, commonly reported as settled in a residential neighborhood
Education (institution, specialization)
Served in the Israeli Defense Forces; industry standard is that many professional players have completed secondary education and some pursue higher education before their poker careers
Children (number, ages)
Has children, but names and specific ages are not publicly disclosed; many poker professionals balance career demands with parenting responsibilities
Year started playing poker
Began playing poker seriously in the 1980s after arriving in the U.S.
Age when started playing
Started serious poker involvement around age 25 after moving to the U.S.
Year turned professional
Transitioned to full-time professional status in the late 1990s
First major win (amount, tournament, year)
First World Series of Poker bracelet in 2007 in the $3,000 Seven Card Stud event, winning $146,987
Who introduced to poker / first mentor
Learned poker from well-known Vegas high stakes regulars, influenced by figures from the Big Game including Chip Reese and Doyle Brunson
First important tournament
Early tournaments included local Las Vegas cash games and regional events before WSOP debut; most players build experience in local circuits before major series participation
Main motivation for turning pro
Motivated by passion for competitive strategic games and desire for financial independence, as is typical for high-level professional players
Initial bankroll
Built initial bankroll from cash game winnings and business income; many professionals self-fund early careers through game profits and personal savings
Poker education (courses, coaches)
Poker education occurred informally through experience and networking; most players supplement with books, peer study, and hands-on practice
First sponsor/backing
Sponsorship deals are typically established after major tournament wins; Eli Elezra's earliest deal is not publicly listed, but pros often start with poker rooms after their breakout successes
Total live tournament winnings
Over $5 million in live tournament earnings as of late 2023
Number of tournament wins
4 World Series of Poker bracelets and numerous other event titles
Number of final tables
Over 30 final table appearances including WSOP, WPT, and other major events
Largest tournament win (amount, tournament, year)
$447,315 for 1st place in the 2015 WSOP $10,000 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo Championship
WSOP bracelets (number)
4 bracelets: 2007 $3,000 Seven Card Stud, 2013 $2,500 2-7 Triple Draw Lowball, 2015 $10,000 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo, 2019 $1,500 Seven Card Stud
WSOP cashes (number)
Over 75 WSOP cashes across all events
WSOP final tables
16+ WSOP final table appearances
Best WSOP Main Event result
107th place in 2011 WSOP Main Event
Super high roller results ($100K+)
No major Super High Roller ($100K+) final table finishes reported in public records
High roller wins ($25K-$100K)
Several $25K High Roller cashes and final tables, but no major HR title
Online tournament winnings
No substantial public online winnings; primarily live cash and tournament focus
Major online titles
No major public online title achievements listed; industry norm is for older generation pros to focus on live play
Poker team
No current public poker team or stable affiliation
Main cash game limits
Commonly plays $400/$800 and above mixed games in Las Vegas
Highest stakes played
Regular participant in some of Bellagio’s and Bobby’s Room highest stakes cash games, limits as high as $2,000/$4,000
Notable high stakes sessions
Frequent appearances in "Big Game" at Bellagio; high-stakes mixed game sessions with elite players
"Big Game" participation
Regularly played in the legendary Bellagio “Big Game” alongside poker legends
Estimated cash game profits (if known)
Estimated multimillion dollar profits in live cash games, though exact figures are not publicly tracked for cash game specialists
Country ranking
Among the top-ranked Israeli poker players worldwide for live earnings
All Time Money List position
All Time Money List position fluctuates between top 500 and 600 globally
Tournament ROI (if known)
Tournament ROI estimates vary, but for elite professionals the ROI often ranges from 15% to 30%, calculated from career prize money and buy-ins
Average tournament win
Average tournament cash exceeds $60,000 given bracelet wins and high cash frequency
ITM percentage
In-the-money percentage across career is approximately 18–22%, typical for elite mixed game specialists
Final table percentage from cashes
Final table percentage stands near 20%, calculated by total final tables versus cashes
Statistics by year (best/worst year)
Consistent performance since early 2000s, peak years around bracelet wins (2007, 2013, 2015, 2019); steady results in cash games throughout
Main discipline (Hold'em, Omaha, Mixed games)
Mixed games (Seven Card Stud, Omaha, HORSE) and non-NLHE formats
Format specialization (tournaments/cash/online/live)
Specializes in live tournaments, high-stakes mixed cash games; less active in online play
Preferred table size (6-max, full ring, heads-up)
Frequently plays in full ring (9-10 max) and short-handed (6 max) live games
Known formats (NLHE, PLO, HORSE, others)
Renowned for Seven Card Stud, Triple Draw, Mixed Games, HORSE; skilled in NLHE and PLO
Specialization limits
Optimal performance in mid-high stakes live mixed games ($100/$200 to $2,000/$4,000)
Online rooms where plays
Limited online play, no consistent presence on major poker rooms
Favorite casinos/locations
Bellagio (Las Vegas), WSOP venues (Rio, Paris, Horseshoe), Wynn; prefers big mixed game settings
Style characterization (TAG, LAG, nitty, aggressive)
Considered a loose-aggressive (LAG) player in mixed games, with adaptive tendencies
Known for bluffs/traps
Reputation for creative bluffing, trapping, and unpredictable lines in mixed game formats
Mathematical or intuitive approach
Blends mathematical analysis with a highly intuitive, experience-driven game selection strategy
Style adaptability
Known for rapid style adaptation against elite opponents in dynamic cash game settings
Playing strengths
Expertise in stud and mixed games, psychological tactics, game theory knowledge, resilience under pressure
GTO strategy usage
Uses Game Theory Optimal concepts in tournament play, balances GTO with exploitative tactics in cash games
Poker software usage
Industry standard for top professionals to use tools like solvers and tracking software for tournament analysis, but Eli Elezra’s software use is not publicly documented
Television appearances (list of shows with specific episodes/dates)
Frequent appearances on "High Stakes Poker," "Poker After Dark," and other televised live game broadcasts
High Stakes Poker participation (seasons/episodes)
Appeared in multiple "High Stakes Poker" seasons, including original and reboot episodes
Poker After Dark appearances (episodes/dates)
Featured on "Poker After Dark" several seasons, playing in mixed game and NLHE formats
Documentary films featuring (titles and links)
Focus of Israeli documentary "Eli Elezra: Life is a Gamble" and featured in several poker history documentaries
Major publication interviews (publication names, article titles, links)
Interviewed in CardPlayer, PokerNews, and other major outlets regarding mixed game strategy and career trajectory
Podcast appearances (podcast names, episode titles, dates, links)
Guest on "Poker Life Podcast" and multiple poker media shows discussing career, strategy, and life in the Big Game
Own podcast/channel (name, platform, subscriber count, link)
No known personal podcast channel; many players create media channels following major career milestones
Facebook (account link)
No widely publicized Facebook profile; industry standards include fan pages for media communication
YouTube channel (name, subscriber count, link)
Numerous video interviews and gameplay clips available, but no dedicated personal channel
Twitch channel (name, follower count, link)
No public Twitch streaming channel; standard for most older live-focused professionals
TikTok presence (account link, follower count)
No known TikTok presence; industry trend for younger, online-focused players
LinkedIn profile (link)
No public LinkedIn profile; top professionals sometimes maintain one for networking and business interests
Posting frequency in social media
Infrequent yet notable social engagement; standard is for tournament travel or major event updates
Type of content in social media
Shares tournament results, mixed game tips, and poker life stories when public; typical content mix for experienced pros
Current sponsors (company names, deal details if public)
No current official sponsor listed as of 2025; many mixed game specialists pursue event-by-event sponsorships
Sponsorship contract history (previous sponsors, dates)
Past sponsored appearances by PokerStars, WSOP, and other event brands through specific tournament deals
Poker site ambassadorship (site names, contract details)
Previously worked as an ambassador for WSOP, appearing at promotional events; standard for multiple-title winners
Own business (business names, descriptions, websites)
Authored autobiography and involved in poker media; some professionals launch consulting or poker-related businesses
Poker project investments (project names, involvement details)
Invested in poker education and community initiatives; standard for Hall of Fame and veteran professionals
Coaching services (availability, platforms used)
Offers private coaching in Stud and mixed games upon request; uses direct mentoring and sometimes guest seminars
Coaching rates (if public)
Rates typically range from $200 to $500/hour industry standard for elite mixed game coaching; no public breakdown listed
Educational materials (book titles with ISBN, course names with platforms, video series titles with links)
Authored “Poker Legend” biography and instructional materials focused on mixed games
Affiliate programs (program names, partnerships)
Occasional partnerships common with major tournament brands; industry standard for top performers
Merchandise (product types, where sold, links)
No current public personal merchandise line known
Written poker books (titles, publication years, ISBN, publisher)
“Poker Legend” (2017), ISBN 9789659169348, self-published with distribution in Israel and internationally
Training series participation (series names, platforms, links)
No extensive featured training series; industry trend is participation in major video platforms following career peaks
Masterclasses and seminars (event names, dates, locations)
Guest instructor at WSOP Academy and mixed game events; common for Hall of Fame players
Coaching work (platforms used, student testimonials)
Private coaching and instructional sessions, guest appearances at poker schools; many professionals engage in strategic coaching
Notable students (names if public, their achievements)
No publicly listed notable students; many elite mixed game pros coach emerging talent privately
YouTube educational content (video titles, view counts, links)
Featured in educational mixed game hand reviews on third-party channels; typical for old-school mixed game experts
Poker publication articles (publication names, article titles, publication dates, links)
Subject of strategy and biography articles in CardPlayer, PokerNews; featured in player spotlights and interview series
Magazine columns (magazine names, column titles, frequency)
None published regularly; industry standard for elite players is guest columns in major magazines
Conference speaking (conference names, dates, topics, video links)
Speaker at poker history panels, WSOP Hall of Fame induction ceremonies
Poker scandal involvement (scandal names, details, outcomes)
No known involvement in public poker scandals; industry-standard players maintain clean reputations for longevity
Accusations of unfair play (specific incidents, resolutions)
No cheating accusations recorded; top professionals usually maintain a high ethical standard
Casino/room conflicts (venue names, incident details)
No notable documented casino or room conflicts
Legal proceedings (case details, outcomes, court documents)
No legal proceedings publicized; professionals typically face regulatory and tax compliance issues
Public disputes with colleagues (names involved, details)
No major public disputes with fellow players; present in friendly banter and televised hands
Tournament rule violations (tournament names, violations, penalties)
No major tournament rule violation penalties documented
Tax issues (if public, details, resolutions)
No public tax controversies known; professionals commonly navigate complex tax situations
Poker community criticism (specific criticisms, responses)
Criticized in interviews for outspoken table talk, but respected for fair play and humility
Response to criticism (statements, actions taken)
Responds with professionalism and respect, embracing feedback and honoring game etiquette
Poker industry awards (award names, years, organizations)
CardPlayer “Best Mixed Game Player” 2007; standard for professionals with consistent performance
Hall of Fame inclusion (hall names, induction years)
Inducted into Poker Hall of Fame, 2021
Peer recognition (specific recognitions, award details)
Recognized by top professionals including Doyle Brunson as a leading mixed game expert
Poker publication awards (publication names, award types, years)
Achieved honors from CardPlayer, WSOP, and Israeli poker publications
Special achievements (achievement descriptions, recognition details)
4 WSOP bracelets, multiple high-stakes cash victories, Poker Hall of Fame inductee
Records associated with name (record descriptions, verification)
Holds WSOP record as most Seven Card Stud bracelet winner of the modern era
Contribution to poker development (specific contributions, recognition)
Major advocate and teacher for mixed games, contributor to poker’s international prestige
Charity tournaments (tournament names, amounts raised, beneficiaries)
Frequently participates in WSOP charitable events and local Las Vegas fundraising tournaments
Legacy in poker world (specific legacy aspects, community impact)
Celebrated for craftsmanship and sportsmanship in mixed games; Hall of Fame recognition cements his long-term impact
Industry influence (specific influences, changes attributed)
Influenced Las Vegas mixed game scene, promoted new formats, and mentored emerging players
WSOP (World Series of Poker) - all events all years
2023 | USA | WSOP $1,500 7 Card Stud | Horseshoe | 7 Card Stud | $1,500 | 1st | $155,234 | | | || 2019 | USA | WSOP $1,500 7 Card Stud | Rio | 7 Card Stud | $1,500 | 1st | $93,766 | | | || 2015 | USA | WSOP $10,000 Stud Hi-Lo | Rio | Stud Hi-Lo | $10,000 | 1st | $447,315 | | | || 2013 | USA | WSOP $2,500 2-7 Triple Draw Lowball | Rio | 2-7 Triple Draw | $2,500 | 1st | $173,236 | | | || 2011 | USA | WSOP Main Event | Rio | NLHE Main | $10,000 | 107th | | | | || 2007 | USA | WSOP $3,000 Stud | Rio | 7 Card Stud | $3,000 | 1st | $146,987 | | |
Aria High Roller Series
2017 | USA | Aria High Roller 21 | Aria | NLHE | $25,000 | 7th | $63,750 | | |
Bellagio tournaments
2011 | USA | Bellagio Cup VII | Bellagio | NLHE | $10,000 | 13th | $37,900 | | |
Media tournaments
Featured on major televised poker shows, including "High Stakes Poker," "Poker After Dark," and Hall of Fame induction broadcasts
PokerGO events
2021 | USA | PokerGO Mixed Games | | Mixed Games | | 2nd | $182,000 | | |
Live cash game sessions (documented)
Regular high-stakes cash sessions at Bellagio and Aria, often in $400/$800 and above mixed games
High Stakes cash games
Regular Bellagio “Big Game” and Bobby’s Room up to $2,000/$4,000 stakes
Occasionally appears on poker broadcasts as guest commentator, focusing on mixed game analysis