Navid 'DJ' Sharma stuns with underdog win in Vienna’s high-stakes poker showdown

A pair of threes just toppled pocket kings—how did Sharma’s risky move pay off? The $778K prize pool hangs in the balance as 163 players battle on.

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2026 January 17 . 5:13 PM

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Navid 'DJ' Sharma stuns with underdog win in Vienna’s high-stakes poker showdown

A high-stakes poker tournament is underway in Vienna, where businessman Navid 'DJ' Sharma has made headlines in the past for losing millions in private games. This time, he’s competing in a structured event with a prize pool of $778,120. The latest hand saw him take a significant pot at Level 11 of the competition.

The action unfolded at 7:06 PM local time, with blinds at 1,500/2,500 and a 2,500 ante. After the flop of 10♠6♣3♠, a player in middle position pushed all in for 20,500. Sharma, holding 3♥2♥, decided to call. His opponent revealed K♥K♦, setting up a dramatic showdown.

The turn and river brought 4♥3♣, completing the board. Sharma’s pair of threes—thanks to his hole cards—outdrew the pocket kings, securing him the pot. His stack now stands at 244,000 chips. This tournament has drawn 397 entries so far, though only 163 remain in contention. Sharma, known for his high-stakes clashes with professionals like Viktor 'Isildur1' Blom and Linus Loeliger between 2021 and 2023, continues to make waves in the poker scene.

The win boosts Sharma’s position in the event, where the remaining players are vying for a share of the $778,120 prize pool. With 163 competitors still active, the tournament is far from over. The next levels will determine whether Sharma can extend his run or if another player will seize the momentum.