Originally from the UK’s Lake District, Callum Jury has carved out a niche as a premier live reporter across the Southeast Asian poker circuit. Since 2025, he has delivered high-level coverage for major brands like the APT, PokerStars, and the WSOP, blending a background in business with a deep-rooted passion for storytelling. As a key member of the Somuchpoker team, Callum uses his sharp eye for photography and media to bridge the gap between technical hand histories and the raw human drama of a high-stakes deep run.

Updated: 2026.02.14

Emad Zarghami is an Australian professional poker player who has rapidly ascended the ranks of the international live circuit. Known for his high-volume grinding and fearless approach to tournament strategy, he is a rising regular in both European and Asian festivals.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With over $302,000 in total live earnings, Emad Zarghami has seen a significant surge in results over the 2025 and 2026 seasons. His career-best score of $100,712 came in February 2026 when he won the Mini Main Event at the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Jeju Classic.

Other notable results include:

3rd place in the Dolce Vita Series 6-Handed event in Cyprus for $16,700.
2nd place in the Amsterdam Poker Series Monster Stack for $21,274.
21st place in the World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) Mini Main Event for $7,250.

These consistent performances have pushed him into the top 60 of the Australian Global Poker Index (GPI) rankings. For a detailed breakdown of his cashes, you can view the Emad Zarghami Hendon Mob Profile.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Sydney, Australia, Zarghami built his foundation in the competitive Australian poker scene before transitioning to the global stage. He developed his game in local circuits like the Australian Poker League (APL) and the World Poker Tour (WPT) Australia stops. Zarghami has recently adopted a nomadic lifestyle, traveling year-round to compete in major festivals across Asia and Europe.

Play Style & Strategy

Zarghami is known for a high-risk, high-reward play style that prioritizes chip accumulation over survival. During the 2025 Irish Poker Open, he famously doubled up on the bubble by quoting Jose “Nacho” Barbero’s mantra, “ICM is for poor people,” before making a wide call. His strategy relies on aggressive exploitative adjustments and a relentless work rate, often firing multiple entries in major events to secure a deep run. This “all or nothing” mentality makes him a formidable opponent in the late stages of large-field tournaments.

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