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Nikolay Ponomarev
Nikolay Ponomarev is an England-based poker player with over $1.43 million in live earnings across 117 recorded cashes. A consistent competitor across the UK and US circuit including multiple WSOP trips, Ponomarev built his career total through steady performances at a range of buy-ins and formats, with a best single cash exceeding $150,000.
Career Earnings & Stats
Total live earnings stand at over $1,439,000 across 117 cashes, per The Hendon Mob.
💰 Live Earnings: $1,439,000+ | 💵 Best Cash: $150,000+ | 🎯 117 Cashes | 🃏 Active across UK and WSOP circuit
Biography & Poker Background
Ponomarev is based in England and has competed across UK domestic events and at the WSOP in Las Vegas, building his career through consistent performances including a best result of over $150,000 in a single live tournament. He has competed across both Hold’em and PLO formats, with Venetian DeepStack and WSOP events appearing across his results record. His most recent recorded cash came in June 2023.
Online Presence
Callum Jury is SoMuchPoker's Live Content and Social Media Specialist, reporting live from WSOP and Asia Pacific poker festivals including the APT and PokerStars LIVE series. Originally from the Lake District in the UK, he has covered the Southeast Asian poker circuit since 2025, combining day-by-day tournament reporting with the social and digital content that brings the action to fans.
