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Cambodia, Phnom Penh
WPT Cambodia 2027 Early Info & Championship Event Guide
The World Poker Tour kicks off its milestone 25th season in Phnom Penh with WPT Cambodia 2027, taking place from January 12 to February 2, 2027 at the NagaWorld Integrated Resort. Featuring two marquee events, including the $1,100 WPT Prime Cambodia Championship with a $500,000 guarantee and the $3,500 WPT Cambodia Championship carrying a $1,000,000 guarantee, players can secure their seats online through WPT Global .
WPT Cambodia 2027 Festival Information
| Festival: | WPT Cambodia 2027 |
|---|---|
| Dates: | January 12 to February 2, 2027 |
| Venue: | NagaWorld Integrated Resort, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
| Main Event GTD: | $1,000,000 |
| Main Event Buy-in: | $3,500 |
| Online Partner: | WPT Global |
| Status: | EARLY INFO |
WPT Cambodia Highlights
Season 25 of the World Poker Tour starts in Southeast Asia as the tour returns to NagaWorld for a three-week festival. As detailed in the official WPT Cambodia press release, the festival is headlined by two major championship tournaments. Action begins with the $1,100 WPT Prime Cambodia Championship running January 22 to January 26 with a $500,000 guarantee, followed by the $3,500 WPT Cambodia Championship from January 27 to February 1 featuring a $1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool. Full event listings and structures will be published as soon as they are announced by the organizers.
Players looking to secure early satellite packages online can register and claim exclusive welcome bonuses through WPT Global.
Previous WPT Cambodia Winners & Results
The previous festival at NagaWorld saw strong international fields, culminating in Xiaosheng Zheng topping 425 entries to win the title and $244,500. Review past champions below.
Check out the key final table payouts from the prior edition.
| Event | Buy-In | Winner | Country | 1st Prize | Entries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $600 | ![China [CHN]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/cn.svg "China [CHN]"){kind=small} CHN | $54,772 | 472 ITM: 55 | Finished | ||
| $800 | CHN | $28,500 | 319 ITM: 41 | Finished | ||
#19 8 MAX CHAMPIONSHIP 2026.01.26 - 2026.01.27 | $800 | CHN | $46,350 | 250 ITM: 33 | Finished | |
#21 SHR WARM UP 2026.01.26 - 2026.01.27 | $5,000 | ![South Korea [KOR]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/kr.svg "South Korea [KOR]"){kind=small} KOR | $34,192 | 15 ITM: 3 | Finished | |
| $1,000 | ![Viet Nam [VNM]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/vn.svg "Viet Nam [VNM]"){kind=small} VNM | $34,995 | 265 ITM: 34 | Finished | ||
| $3,000 | ![Argentina [ARG]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/ar.svg "Argentina [ARG]"){kind=small} ARG | $32,400 | 67 ITM: 11 | Finished | ||
#36 WPT PRIME CAMBODIA 2026.01.30 - 2026.02.03 | $1,100 | ![Russia [RUS]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/ru.svg "Russia [RUS]"){kind=small} RUS | $164,570 | 1095 ITM: 136 | Finished | |
| $3,500 | CHN | $244,500 | 425 ITM: 54 | Finished | ||
| $5,000 | VNM | $91,226 | 69 ITM: 12 | Finished | ||
Poker & Travel Guide: Cambodia
Read our complete Cambodia poker guide for essential details on local gaming laws, currency requirements, and cash game action in the region.
The Venue: NagaWorld Integrated Resort
Located in the heart of Phnom Penh near the Mekong River, NagaWorld is Cambodia’s premier entertainment and gaming resort, offering luxury accommodations, fine dining, and full-service poker facilities. Explore our dedicated NagaWorld venue guide for room details and amenities.
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NagaWorld is a multi-award-winning, world-class integrated resort located in Phnom Penh, the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia. With a gambling monopoly running until 2045, it is the only casino within a 200km radius of the city. NagaWorld ranks among the premier poker destinations in Southeast Asia, regularly hosting some of the region’s most anticipated world-class international events for the World Poker Tour (WPT) and the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) , solidifying its status as a must-visit stop on the Asian circuit.
Not in Phnom Penh? You can still get in on the NagaPoker online poker and casino action – check our NagaPoker review and grab the current NagaPoker bonus code to start playing today.
Why NagaWorld?
- Massive Integrated Resort: Over 1,658 suites and deluxe rooms, over 20 food and beverage outlets and clubs, two award-winning luxury spas, the 2,000-seat NABA Theatre, Cambodia’s first underground shopping gallery operated by China Duty Free Group, and premium meeting facilities.
- Unbeatable Player Promos: One of the few venues worldwide offering a “Play & Stay for Free” deal tied to cash-game hours.
- International Tournament Hub: A regular host of the WPT Cambodia Championship, featuring multi-million-dollar prize pools and massive international fields.
GAMES
NLHE, PLO & Short Deck
STAKES
$1/$3 to $20/$40
STAY
8hrs Play = 1 Night Free
The NagaWorld Poker Experience
The dedicated NagaWorld Poker Room features 11 tables with round-the-clock action. Cash games run 24/7, with No-Limit Hold’em available from $1/$3 through to $20/$40. Pot-Limit Omaha and Short Deck games are also available on demand.
Beyond cash action, NagaWorld regularly hosts major festivals. In early 2026, it hosted the WPT Cambodia Championship with a $1.5 million guaranteed Main Event, followed by the
Gods of Poker (GOP)
series. The room is known for its professionalism, utilizing international tournament directors and a highly competitive rake structure compared to other Southeast Asian markets.
Venue Logistics
📍 Location: Samdach Hun Sen Park, Samdech Techo, Phnom Penh 120101, Cambodia. Centrally located near the Royal Palace and the riverside area.
💳 Comps & Rewards: Players earn hourly comps: $1/hr ($1/3), $1.50/hr ($2/5), and $2.50/hr ($5/10+). These can be used at over 20 on-site restaurants, the spa, or for tournament buy-ins.
📝 Entry Requirements: Players must be at least 18 years old. A valid passport is required for registration and membership at the NagaWorld Rewards desk.
🇰🇭 NagaWorld Poker Official Updates
Contact the hotline at +855 15 881 156 for real-time waitlists or to book your “Play & Stay” room.
Jessy is SoMuchPoker's Technical Editor and Data Specialist, managing the live poker event database and publishing festival schedules for the site. A background in programming and data architecture shapes how he builds and maintains this database, with an emphasis on speed and accuracy.
The festival runs from January 12 to February 2, 2027 at NagaWorld Integrated Resort in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.</p>
All tournament registration fees, prize payouts, and cash games at NagaWorld are operated in United States Dollars (USD).
NagaWorld is located approximately 22 kilometers from Techo International Airport (KTI). Travelers can reach the property in about 45 minutes using official airport taxis, ride-hailing services like Grab, or direct hotel transfers.
The festival features two marquee guarantees: $500,000 GTD for the $1,100 WPT Prime Cambodia Championship and $1,000,000 GTD for the $3,500 WPT Cambodia Championship.
Players can qualify online through official satellites and promotional package opportunities on WPT Global.
