Will Siddharth Jolly have a shot at capturing the Poker Dream 17 title?
Indian Poker Player Siddharth Jolly Shines at Mystery Big Bounty Event
Siddharth Jolly, a rising star in the Indian poker scene, has made a splash at the Mystery Big Bounty event held at Poker Dream 17, securing the second place and winning MYR 153,800 (roughly ₹29 Lakh).
The final table of the Mystery Big Bounty event was a star-studded affair, featuring top-notch players from around the world. Despite not taking the first place, Jolly's performance at the event indicates his potential to compete in the big leagues.
Jolly's journey in poker has been nothing short of remarkable. His success story began in 2023 at the World Poker Tour Prime in Goa, where he had his breakout moment. Since then, he has been consistently winning high-stakes live poker events.
One of Jolly's most notable accomplishments was winning India's first live poker title of 2025 by taking down Event #23: MYR 800 No-Limit Hold'em Turbo at a Malaysian tournament, earning MYR 11,700 (~₹2.27 Lakhs). He also claimed the first series title for India at the APT Hanoi Billions 2023 with a victory in the VN₫ 5 Million Tick Tock BOOM event, securing about ₹5 Lakhs. These results, along with his 55% cash rate in the NPS series, highlight his skill and reliability in high-stakes tournaments.
Jolly's recent victory at the Mystery Big Bounty event has further solidified his position as a strong contender for a spot in the National Poker Championship showdown in Goa. His win in the NPS#105 (4-Max) Hyper SPRINT, which earned him ₹2.83 Lakhs, also propelled him to the top of the Jammu & Kashmir state leaderboard.
In addition to his live poker achievements, Jolly has also amassed ₹14.28 Lakhs from 66 cashes across 120 events in the NPS series. This impressive run has earned him a spot in the top 200 of India's All-Time Money List in poker.
Jolly's win at Poker Dream 17 is not only a testament to his skills as a poker player but also an inspiration for the next generation of poker players in India. His gold medal win in the NPS India 2025 series, his first-ever Gold Medal, is a shining example of his dedication and perseverance.
The Mystery Big Bounty event at Poker Dream 17 has a guaranteed prize pool of MYR 378,027, making it one of the most prestigious poker events in the region. With his consistent victories and impressive performance, Siddharth Jolly is certainly making a name for himself in the world of poker.
Poker champions from around the world gathered at the casino-and-gambling venue Poker Dream 17 for the Mystery Big Bounty event, witnessing the stellar gameplay of up-and-coming poker player Siddharth Jolly. Despite finishing second to eventual winner, Jolly's performance highlights his potential to thrive in casino-games like poker, having previously emerged victorious in various high-stakes live poker events.
