National Poker Series India 2023 podium finisher, Vikram Mishra from Darbhanga, Bihar clinched the top spot at PokerBaazi’s Indian Poker Masters tournament and won Rs 2,62,000 winner’s purse.
Vikram solely dedicates his success in his professional poker tenure to “taking the right decisions in crucial moments, putting consistent effort and always bringing you A game.”
Vikram is an ardent believer in the power of consistency and respecting the game. An engineer by profession, Vikram set a course to become a professional poker player in 2015. At first, he indulged in quick matches with his friends and gradually developed a strong interest in the game.
Congratulating Vikram on his winnings, Navkiran Singh, CEO and co-founder of Baazi Games, shared, “Vikram’s journey showcases how Poker is now also prevalent, respected and recognised beyond metropolitan areas. His victory exemplifies the potential for determined individuals to attain significant achievements and build prosperous poker careers. I would also like to applaud Vikram’s efforts in demystifying the social stigmas around Poker and encouraging more players to inculcate a deeper understanding of the sport.”
Offering valuable tips for novice poker players, Vikram underlines the importance of being fully engaged in the game and thoroughly studying all its facets, including the associated risks. He also encourages players to start from basics and follow bankroll management in addition to continuously evaluating their performance to ensure better gameplay in the future.
Vikram believes that the levying 28% GST will affect a majority of professional poker players and prove to be a blow for more players aspiring to take up the sport full-time.
