Derick Elomina discovered poker at 14, playing home games with his high school friends. What began as a pastime quickly grew into a passion that shaped his career. By 21, he entered the poker industry as a field reporter — just old enough to step foot inside the casino. Starting as a hand reporter, he steadily honed his craft, blending sharp observation with growing writing skills. Known for his dedication, he constantly roams the floor to capture the action, conduct interviews, and deliver live updates. With a strong commitment to the game and a passion for telling poker’s stories, Derick continues to build his path in the industry.

Updated: 2026.02.18

Brian Green is an American professional poker player and sports betting consultant known for his fearless high-stakes aggression, widely recognized as a veteran regular in the World Series of Poker (WSOP) and international high roller circuits.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Brian Green has accumulated $4,637,631 in total live earnings. His career-best score came at the 2016 WSOP in Las Vegas, where he finished 5th in the $111,111 High Roller for One Drop for $1,117,923. In 2019, he secured a prestigious WSOP gold bracelet in the $10,000 No Limit Hold’em Super Turbo Bounty for $345,669.

Recently, Green has dominated the World Poker Tour (WPT) Asian circuit. At WPT Cambodia 2026 held at NagaWorld, he finished 2nd in the Mini Championship (Event #59) for $38,000 after a hard-fought heads-up battle. His high-volume success in Cambodia also included a 23rd-place finish in the Survivor (Event #11) for $1,100 and a 33rd-place finish in the Championship Warm Up for $1,310. Earlier in 2025, he recorded a 79th-place finish in the WPT Cambodia Championship for $6,400.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Arlington, Texas, and currently residing in Las Vegas, Green began playing poker at age seven. He is a prominent figure on televised high-stakes streams like Bally Live Poker, where he has recorded over $120,200 in net winnings. After years of competing in the United States, he has transitioned into a “nomad” of the global circuit, frequently traveling to major festivals in Cyprus, Taiwan, and South Korea.

Play Style & Strategy

Green is known for a high-variance and relentlessly aggressive play style, often described by peers as having “no fear”. He excels at applying maximum ICM pressure, a strategy that served him well during his deep run in the WPT Cambodia Mini Championship. His background as a sports betting consultant provides him with a sharp mathematical edge, allowing him to balance modern GTO principles with elite exploitative reads.

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