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: 2025.12.19

Siddhartha Kapoor is an Indian professional poker player who has become a steady presence on the Asian tournament circuit, particularly excelling in the mid-stakes fields of the Philippines and Cambodia.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Siddhartha Kapoor has total live earnings of $20,478. His career-best live cash of PHP 265,000 (~$4,695) was achieved in April 2024 at the Okada Manila Millions in PokerStars LIVE Manila , where he secured a 3rd-place finish in the Mystery Bounty event.

Kapoor has maintained a highly active and successful run throughout 2024 and 2025 across major regional tours. In June 2025, he showcased his skills at the Manila Super Series 22, recording a runner-up finish in a No Limit Hold’em event for PHP 51,000 (~$915) and a 5th-place finish in the Showtime Turbo for PHP 17,500 (~$314). He also demonstrated his ability to compete in larger international fields during the WPT Cambodia – Passport to the World Championship, where he earned multiple cashes, including $1,153 for a 36th-place finish in the Mini Championship. These consistent results in both technical and large-field formats continue to bolster his standing on the India All Time Money List.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from India, where he currently resides, Kapoor has spent the last several years establishing himself as a versatile traveler on the global stage. His recorded cashes span a diverse range of locations, from technical fields at EPT Barcelona in Spain to major festivals in Macau, Vietnam, and the Philippines. He has become a fixture at PokerStars LIVE Manila, frequently competing in the Manila Megastack and Super Series festivals. His trajectory shows a player who has successfully transitioned from local Indian events like the Baazi Poker Tour to competing as a regular in the burgeoning Southeast Asian market.

Play Style & Strategy

Kapoor is recognized for a disciplined and opportunistic play style, particularly effective in No Limit Hold’em bounty and deepstack formats. His ability to secure deep runs in championship-level events like the Okada Manila Millions Mystery Bounty demonstrates a strong understanding of bounty-hunting dynamics and late-stage tournament aggression. Known for his technical proficiency in both Turbo and Freezeout structures, his strategy relies on adjusting his play between the patient accumulation required for deepstack events and the high-pressure decision-making needed for the final table bubble.

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