I’ve been a poker enthusiast for years, but it was seeing Aditya Agarwal, my former coach, become Pokerstars’ global ambassador that inspired me to pursue poker professionally. I now play online No-Limit Hold’em (NLH) tournaments full-time, primarily on trusted poker platforms. I spend 4-5 days a week playing for 6-8 hours daily, dedicating the rest of my time to studying the game, coaching, and maintaining a structured routine around it.

I’ve been playing poker professionally for seven years.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

To succeed in online poker tournaments, you need a strong understanding of probabilities, arithmetic, and game theory. The ability to quantify risk, grasp behavioral psychology, and maintain a competitive mindset is also crucial. Quick decision-making under pressure and limited time is another essential skill.

Yes, poker is both my passion and my livelihood. I play 4-5 days a week for 6-8 hours daily, with the remaining time spent studying the game, coaching, and maintaining a structured routine.

I exclusively play NLH poker tournaments on trusted platforms. Before investing, I check for credibility, necessary certifications, user interface quality, and a solid tournament schedule.

Success in online gaming tournaments requires the ability to translate study and preparation into quality decisions during gameplay. Handling the emotional and financial swings of the game, resilience, and accessing a flow state are also key.

Fortunately, I haven’t experienced any scams. To prevent financial exploitation, I recommend players look for necessary certifications and operators to maintain transparency and accountability.

Gaming communities are vital for addressing issues like cheating and fraud. While not all issues get resolved, these communities hold operators accountable and provide a platform for discussing important topics.

Addiction can affect individuals with addictive personalities, regardless of the activity. I treat poker as a job, taking regular breaks and avoiding play when I’m not at my best. Operators should educate recreational players about financial risks and intervene when players display ill-discipline to create a safe environment.

Yes, I believe more regulations are needed to protect gamers’ rights and ensure operators maintain the integrity of the game. Current structures often prioritize profitability over fairness, which compromises the skill level of the game.

Poker should be recognized as a game of skill, not chance. While luck is a factor, it exists in many aspects of life, including sports like cricket. Poker can be quantified, analyzed, and improved using tools like solvers, similar to chess engines. I urge the government to preserve the integrity of this game and regulate operators to ensure fairness and transparency.