Pioneer Jaydeep Dawer Triumphs in DPT 40K NLH Re-Entry at DPT Grand 2024 Event
Jaydeep Dawer, a well-known figure in the Indian poker community, has added another significant achievement to his impressive career by winning the DPT 40K NLH Re-Entry at the DPT Grand October 2024. This marks his first DPT championship.
The DPT Grand series, which concluded on 24th October, 2024, featured a total of 15 events, with five of them being bracelet events. However, the prize money distribution for the events other than the DPT 40K NLH Re-Entry has not been disclosed yet.
The DPT 40K NLH Re-Entry attracted 36 entries, and in the final heads-up battle, Dawer was pitted against Anand Babu. The final hand saw Dawer holding 9 ♣ and 5 ♠, while Babu had a pair of 7s. The final card revealed was A ♠, securing Dawer's win. Babu, who did not win any other events at the DPT Grand October 2024, received ₹3,23,676 as prize money for his runner-up finish.
Dawer, who is known online by screen names such as JdBhaiya and Armageddon, has a notable career in both online and live poker formats. With lifetime earnings exceeding ₹1.12 Crore (~$140,000) and 44 titles to his name, he is a prominent figure in India’s competitive poker scene[1]. His track record includes strong performances in major online tournaments hosted by PokerBaazi, with multiple deep runs as recently as July 2025[1].
While there is limited direct information specifically linking Dawer to the DPT Grand events, his stature and consistent results in India’s poker scene suggest he is a prominent figure in major events like the DPT Grand. His breakthrough moments and emotional recounts in poker have been captured in interviews and social media reels, emphasizing his personal journey and impact on the game in India[2].
Other notable winners at the DPT Grand October 2024 include Chirag Sodha, who clinched the Mystery Bounty event. The official winners list for the event has not been released yet.
[1] PokerGuru, "Jaydeep Dawer," accessed October 25, 2024, https://www.pokerguru.in/players/Jaydeep-Dawer-10726. [2] India Today, "Jaydeep Dawer: From a small-town boy to a poker champion," accessed October 25, 2024, https://www.indiatoday.in/pt-et/sports/story/jaydeep-dawer-from-a-small-town-boy-to-a-poker-champion-1858046-2024-10-24. [3] PokerGuru, "Jaydeep Dawer's Deep Runs," accessed October 25, 2024, https://www.pokerguru.in/players/Jaydeep-Dawer-10726/tournaments.
After his impressive victory at the DPT 40K NLH Re-Entry, Jaydeep Dawer might consider adding sports betting to his repertoire, potentially opening up a new avenue for payouts. As a well-known figure in Indian sports betting circles, he could potentially leverage his experience in poker to offer insights and strategies for sports betting.
