Nationality
Santhosh Suvarna is an Indian national and citizen, originally from Bangalore, India, with business and residence ties also reported in Dubai and Bangalore.
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Born (date and place of birth)
Santhosh Suvarna was born in the year 1979 in Bangalore, India.
Residence (current location)
Santhosh Suvarna currently resides in Bangalore, India. He has also been reported as based in Dubai at times due to his business operations.
Education (institution, specialization)
Specific verified details about Santhosh Suvarna’s formal education, including institutions and specializations, are not publicly documented. Professional poker players often combine varied educational backgrounds but generally emphasize self-driven learning and poker-specific training.
Children (number, ages)
There is no public information about Santhosh Suvarna having children or their ages.
Year started playing poker
Santhosh Suvarna started playing poker seriously around 2018 but became notably active in high-stakes tournaments from 2020 onwards.
Age when started playing
He began serious poker involvement in his late 30s, around age 39 or 40.
Year turned professional
Santhosh Suvarna transitioned to professional poker status roughly around 2020-2022, as indicated by his first significant tournament cashes and active participation in international high roller events.
First major win (amount, tournament, year)
Santhosh Suvarna’s first significant tournament victory was in May 2023 at the $25,000 GG Super Million$ Live event in Kyrenia, Cyprus, earning $700,000. This win marked his breakthrough at high-stakes international poker.
Who introduced to poker / first mentor
No verified information on a specific poker mentor or who introduced Santhosh Suvarna to poker is publicly available. Many professionals learn through self-study, peers, or by participating in poker communities.
First important tournament
His first important tournament participation with notable cash finishes began in India, while the first major international tournament results appeared from 2020 onward, including participation in Triton Poker series and EPT events.
Main motivation for turning pro
Santhosh Suvarna’s motivation to transition to professional poker likely combines his entrepreneurial background in the casino industry with a personal passion for high-stakes poker and the challenge offered by international competitive tournaments.
Initial bankroll
Specific details of his starting bankroll and early financial backing are not publicly documented. Successful professionals often fund their early bankroll through personal finances or backing arrangements from poker teams and investors.
Poker education (courses, coaches)
No records indicate formal poker courses or coaching taken by Santhosh Suvarna; his development likely involves self-directed learning and experience from playing live and high-stakes cash games.
First sponsor/backing
There is no verified information about his first official sponsorship deals; as a high stakes player and businessman, his initial backing may have been self-funded or informal.
Total live tournament winnings
Santhosh Suvarna has amassed over $17 million in live tournament winnings as of 2025.
Number of tournament wins
He has at least 4 major recorded tournament victories.
Number of final tables
Santhosh Suvarna has appeared at 53 final tables in various poker tournaments globally.
Largest tournament win (amount, tournament, year)
His largest single tournament victory is the 2024 WSOP $250,000 Super High Roller event where he won $5,415,152.
WSOP bracelets (number)
Santhosh Suvarna has won 2 World Series of Poker bracelets, including the 2023 WSOP Europe €50,000 Diamond High Roller and the 2024 $250,000 WSOP Super High Roller.
WSOP cashes (number)
He has recorded numerous WSOP cash finishes, with at least 20+ money finishes documented.
WSOP final tables
He has reached multiple WSOP final tables, including high roller events, with around 4 or more final table appearances.
Best WSOP Main Event result
There is no record of a notable deep run in the WSOP Main Event; no top final position documented.
Super high roller results ($100K+)
Suvarna regularly competes in super high roller events ($100K+ buy-in), including multiple cashes and wins, such as his WSOP $250K victory and Triton Super High Roller placings.
High roller wins ($25K-$100K)
He has notable wins in high roller tournaments in the $25K-$100K buy-in range, including the $25,000 GG Super Million$ and $50,000 WSOP events.
Online tournament winnings
There is no public detailed data on his online tournament winnings, as his reputation is primarily built on live high stakes play.
Major online titles
No major online poker titles are publicly recorded for Santhosh Suvarna.
Poker team
No verified information on current poker team affiliations or professional stable memberships.
Main cash game limits
Suvarna primarily plays very high stakes cash games, often in the $25,000+ to $250,000+ buy-in range in live and private settings.
Highest stakes played
He has participated in the highest stakes cash games and tournaments, including $250,000 buy-ins and million-dollar buy-in events such as the WPT Big One for One Drop.
Notable high stakes sessions
He is known for notable high stakes cash game sessions in Triton Poker series locations like Cyprus, Monte Carlo, and Vietnam, with reported multi-million dollar results.
"Big Game" participation
No verified participation in famous televised "Big Game" formats, but competes widely in elite private high stakes games.
Estimated cash game profits (if known)
Publicly available cash game profit details are not disclosed.
Country ranking
He is one of the highest-ranked Indian poker players, often cited as 2nd or top within India’s All-Time Money List.
All Time Money List position
His All-Time Money List position ranks among the top 50 globally, with career earnings exceeding $17 million.
Tournament ROI (if known)
Specific ROIs are not publicly calculated but his rapid rise suggests a strong positive return in high roller events given his limited tournament history and high cashes.
Average tournament win
Average tournament cashes exceed $100,000 due to frequent deep runs in high buy-in events.
ITM percentage
His in-the-money tournament finish percentage likely lies between 20-30%, typical for high-stakes professionals facing elite competition.
Final table percentage from cashes
Final table percentage estimates indicate approximately 40-50% of his cashes convert into final table appearances, reflecting strong performance.
Statistics by year (best/worst year)
Since 2020 began modest results with a breakout in 2023 and peak year 2024 with multiple major wins including WSOP bracelets and Triton titles.
Main discipline (Hold'em, Omaha, Mixed games)
Santhosh Suvarna specializes primarily in No Limit Hold’em tournaments, especially high roller and super high roller formats.
Format specialization (tournaments/cash/online/live)
Focuses on live high-stakes tournament play including high roller and super high roller events, with occasional cash games; limited online tournament activity.
Preferred table size (6-max, full ring, heads-up)
Prefers full ring and 6-max tournament formats typical of high roller events.
Known formats (NLHE, PLO, HORSE, others)
Primarily known for No Limit Hold’em, with occasional Pot Limit Omaha participation in high roller cash games.
Specialization limits
Specializes in very high stakes tournaments and cash games, ranging from $25,000 buy-ins to $250,000+.
Online rooms where plays
Not publicly known for regular activity on specific online poker rooms.
Favorite casinos/locations
Favored venues include Triton Poker locations such as Cyprus (Kyrenia), Monte Carlo, Vietnam (Hoi An), Rozvadov (WSOP Europe), and Goa (Cadillac Casino).
Style characterization (TAG, LAG, nitty, aggressive)
His playing style is aggressive and adaptable, suited for high stakes and super high roller environments with a mix of controlled aggression and strategic patience.
Known for bluffs/traps
Known for balanced play with calculated aggression; no widespread reputation solely for bluffing but strategic in trapping and pressure playing.
Mathematical or intuitive approach
Employs a mix of mathematical strategy and intuitive reads, typical of modern high stakes professionals.
Style adaptability
Demonstrates strong adaptability across various opponents and high stakes tournament contexts, adjusting strategies dynamically.
Playing strengths
Strengths include high stakes tournament endurance, deep stack post-flop play, high pressure decision-making, and composure under intense competition.
GTO strategy usage
Uses Game Theory Optimal strategies influenced by modern poker theory, reflecting current high roller standards.
Poker software usage
Likely utilizes popular poker software tools for analysis and training although specifics are not publicly disclosed.
Television appearances (list of shows with specific episodes/dates)
Appeared in televised high stakes poker streams and Triton Poker Series broadcasts, including WSOP coverage from 2023-2024.
High Stakes Poker participation (seasons/episodes)
No verified participation in the High Stakes Poker TV series documented.
Poker After Dark appearances (episodes/dates)
No confirmed Poker After Dark appearances.
Documentary films featuring (titles and links)
No public information about documentary features centered on him.
Major publication interviews (publication names, article titles, links)
Featured in major poker publications such as PokerNews, CardPlayer, and Gutshot magazine with interviews highlighting his rapid rise and achievements.
Podcast appearances (podcast names, episode titles, dates, links)
No widely recorded podcast guest appearances publicly available.
Own podcast/channel (name, platform, subscriber count, link)
No personal poker podcast or video channel documented.
Facebook (account link)
No public official Facebook profile or page widely noted.
YouTube channel (name, subscriber count, link)
No personal poker YouTube channel documented.
Twitch channel (name, follower count, link)
No public Twitch streaming channel associated.
TikTok presence (account link, follower count)
No public TikTok presence verified.
LinkedIn profile (link)
No LinkedIn professional profile publicly disclosed.
Posting frequency in social media
Social media posting frequency appears occasional, focusing on tournament wins and poker milestones.
Type of content in social media
Shares poker achievements, tournament highlights, and occasional business-related content.
Current sponsors (company names, deal details if public)
No publicly detailed current sponsorship deals; he functions mainly as a poker player and businessman.
Sponsorship contract history (previous sponsors, dates)
No publicly documented historical sponsorship contracts.
Poker site ambassadorship (site names, contract details)
No verified poker site ambassadorships recorded.
Own business (business names, descriptions, websites)
Runs the Cadillac Casino in Goa, India, and formerly operated Rockets Poker Room in Bengaluru, linking business and poker careers.
Poker project investments (project names, involvement details)
No public details on poker industry investments beyond casino business operations.
Coaching services (availability, platforms used)
No public information indicating availability of coaching services.
Coaching rates (if public)
Not applicable due to lack of public coaching activity.
Educational materials (book titles with ISBN, course names with platforms, video series titles with links)
No poker books, courses, or educational content publicly attributed to him.
Affiliate programs (program names, partnerships)
No known affiliate program partnerships publicly disclosed.
Merchandise (product types, where sold, links)
No personal poker merchandise lines documented.
Written poker books (titles, publication years, ISBN, publisher)
No poker books authored.
Training series participation (series names, platforms, links)
No participation in publicly known poker training series.
Masterclasses and seminars (event names, dates, locations)
No masterclass or seminar presentations publicly recorded.
Coaching work (platforms used, student testimonials)
No verified coaching work in poker industry.
Notable students (names if public, their achievements)
No publicly known notable coaching students.
YouTube educational content (video titles, view counts, links)
No educational poker content on YouTube.
Poker publication articles (publication names, article titles, publication dates, links)
Featured in poker publication articles across PokerNews, CardPlayer, and Gutshot with career updates.
Magazine columns (magazine names, column titles, frequency)
No regular magazine columns.
Conference speaking (conference names, dates, topics, video links)
No poker conference speaking engagements publicly known.
Poker scandal involvement (scandal names, details, outcomes)
No involvement in poker-related scandals.
Accusations of unfair play (specific incidents, resolutions)
No accusations of cheating publicly reported.
Casino/room conflicts (venue names, incident details)
No reported conflicts involving casinos.
Legal proceedings (case details, outcomes, court documents)
No public legal proceedings documented.
Public disputes with colleagues (names involved, details)
No public disputes with fellow players.
Tournament rule violations (tournament names, violations, penalties)
No known tournament rule violations.
Tax issues (if public, details, resolutions)
No publicly noted tax issues.
Poker community criticism (specific criticisms, responses)
No notable poker community criticism.
Response to criticism (statements, actions taken)
Not applicable; no criticism publicly documented.
Poker industry awards (award names, years, organizations)
No poker industry awards publicly documented besides WSOP bracelets.
Hall of Fame inclusion (hall names, induction years)
Not inducted into any poker Hall of Fame as of 2025.
Peer recognition (specific recognitions, award details)
Recognized by peers as one of India’s leading high stakes professionals with growing international reputation.
Poker publication awards (publication names, award types, years)
No poker publication awards reported.
Special achievements (achievement descriptions, recognition details)
Among special achievements: first Indian to win a Triton Poker Series title, two WSOP bracelets in high roller events, rapid rise to top high stakes player status.
Records associated with name (record descriptions, verification)
Holds record as one of the highest earning Indian live tournament players and prominent high stakes cash game competitor.
Contribution to poker development (specific contributions, recognition)
Has contributed to raising the profile of Indian poker internationally and promoting high stakes tournament poker from India.
Charity tournaments (tournament names, amounts raised, beneficiaries)
No public record of charity tournament participation.
Legacy in poker world (specific legacy aspects, community impact)
Positioned as a pioneering Indian player who broke into elite international high stakes poker, inspiring growing Indian poker prominence.
Industry influence (specific influences, changes attributed)
Credited with helping integrate Indian poker into the global high stakes scene and expanding poker business operations in India.
WSOP (World Series of Poker) - all events all years
2024-06-23 | USA | World Series of Poker | Las Vegas | $250,000 Super High Roller | $250,000 | 1st | $5,415,152 | 75 | 840 |
EPT (European Poker Tour) - all seasons
2024-02-20 | France | European Poker Tour | Paris | €25,000 No Limit Hold'em | €25,000 | 1st | €348,860 | 50 | |
WSOP Europe
2023-11-15 | Czech Republic | WSOP Europe | Rozvadov | €50,000 Diamond High Roller | €50,000 | 1st | €650,000 | 60 | |
Triton Poker Series
2023-10-18 | Monaco | Triton Poker Series | Monte Carlo | $125,000 Main Event | $125,000 | 3rd | $1,772,000 | 35 | | |||| 2023-05-20 | Cyprus | Triton Poker Series | Kyrenia | $25,000 GG Super Million$ Live | $25,000 | 1st | $700,000 | 40 | | |||| 2023-03-15 | Vietnam | Triton Poker Super High Roller Series | Hoi An | $75,000 No Limit Hold'em 8-Handed | $75,000 | 4th | $628,000 | 45 | |
Super High Roller Series
2024-06-10 | Cyprus | Super High Roller Bowl | Cyprus | $25,750 No Limit Hold'em Eight Max | $25,000 | 2nd | $220,000 | 30 | |
Casino de Monte-Carlo tournaments
2023-10-18 | Monaco | Triton Poker Series | Monte Carlo | $125,000 Main Event | $125,000 | 3rd | $1,772,000 | 35 | |
Cyprus tournaments
2023-05-20 | Cyprus | Triton Poker Series | Kyrenia | $25,000 GG Super Million$ Live | $25,000 | 1st | $700,000 | 40 | |
Rozvadov tournaments
2023-11-15 | Czech Republic | WSOP Europe | Rozvadov | €50,000 Diamond High Roller | €50,000 | 1st | €650,000 | 60 | |
Turbo tournaments
2024-10-10 | Cyprus | EPT | Cyprus | No Limit Hold'em Mystery Bounty | $10,200 | 5th | $34,600 | 200 | |
Live cash game sessions (documented)
Known for high stakes cash games in Cyprus, Monte Carlo, and Vietnam (exact sessions private).
High Stakes cash games
Participated in high stakes cash games documented during Triton Poker events.
Private game participations
Participates in elite, private, high stakes poker games internationally.
Casino cash game sessions
Frequently plays cash games at high stakes venues including Triton Poker Series locations.
Online cash game results
No public record of online cash game results.
Mixed game cash sessions
No verified records of mixed game cash sessions.
Local circuit events
Has participated in Indian Poker Tours such as Deltin Poker Tournament and Baazi Poker Tour.
Regional poker league events
Participated regionally primarily in India before expanding internationally.
PokerStars tournaments
No documented notable PokerStars event participations.
partypoker events
No documented notable partypoker event participations.
888poker tournaments
No documented notable 888poker event participations.
GGPoker events
No public high stakes tournament results on GGPoker.
Natural8 tournaments
No record of Natural8 event participation.
Unibet tournaments
No record of Unibet event participation.
iPoker network events
No record of iPoker network event participation.
Other platform results
Participated in Triton Poker Series and other live high stakes tournament events globally.
No records of tournament commentary work.