Kevin Ewald is an American professional poker player who has recently made a significant impact on the Asian tournament circuit, particularly within the World Poker Tour (WPT). Originally from Hartland, Wisconsin, he has successfully transitioned his game from the competitive mid-stakes fields of the United States to international high-stakes arenas.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Kevin Ewald has accumulated total live earnings of $85,101. His career-best score of $30,000 was achieved in February 2025 during the WPT Cambodia Championship in Phnom Penh. In that festival, he put on a dominant display in the $3,000 Mystery Bounty High Roller (Event #24), navigating a field of 177 entries to secure a 3rd-place finish.

Ewald has been a dominant force in the 2026 WPT Cambodia festival at NagaWorld. He secured a major runner-up finish in the $1,000 Mystery Bounty for $22,000 and another 2nd-place finish in the $500 Megastack 8-Max for $7,303. His consistency on the WPT circuit is further evidenced by a 17th-place finish in the WPT Cambodia Championship for $24,300. Previously, he was a regular on the Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) and World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC), where he recorded a 3rd-place finish in a WSOPC Milwaukee event for $4,955.

Biography & Poker Background

Hailing from Wisconsin, USA, Ewald built his foundation in the American Midwest and Texas poker scenes. He first appeared on the live tournament radar in 2019 with a deep run at the WSOP Circuit Potawatomi. In recent years, he has adopted the lifestyle of a global grinder, traveling to international destinations such as Rio de Janeiro for the WSOP International Circuit and Cambodia for the WPT. His breakout year in 2025 has established him as a rising name to watch in the Asian poker market, where he has proven he can compete with elite international professionals.

Play Style & Strategy

Ewald is recognized for a disciplined and opportunistic play style, particularly effective in the high-pressure environment of Mystery Bounty and Championship events. His performance at the WPT Cambodia showcased his ability to maintain composure during deep-stack play and capitalize on his opponents’ short-stack vulnerabilities. Strategy-wise, he is known to be a patient accumulator who excels at navigating large, diverse fields. His recent results suggest a strong grasp of tournament variance and the tactical adjustments required when moving between the US “grind” and the more aggressive dynamics of the Asian circuit.