Kai Cocklin is a poker journalist and live reporting manager who has worked with PokerNews at major festivals including the World Series of Poker and the European Poker Tour. He has managed multiple live reporting teams at the World Series of Poker and trained individual reporters to develop their skills. He now oversees Somuchpoker’s editorial and live coverage, ensuring consistent quality and engaging content across the Asian poker scene.

Updated: 2026.04.17

Vidur Singhal is an Indian poker broadcaster, producer, and player known for blending high-finance analytical depth with expert storytelling, widely recognized as a leading voice for the Asian Poker Tour (APT) .

Broadcasting & Industry Leadership

Since 2022, Singhal has established himself as a premier analyst for the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and major Indian live festivals. Beyond the booth, he served as Head of Livestream and Content for the inaugural National Poker Champion Showdown 2025 and is the Executive Producer of The Circuit, a high-stakes reality poker series that has elevated the game’s entertainment value across international locations.

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Biography & Professional Background

Originally honing his skills in the United States during the late 2000s, Singhal transitioned to the poker industry following five years on Wall Street as an investment banker and public market investor. He famously credits the strategic parallels between finance and poker on his resume for his early career success, a background that continues to inform his technical and data-driven commentary style.

Career Highlights & Play Style

While his focus has shifted toward media, Singhal remains a highly capable competitor, most notably winning the WPT India Player of the Year 2019. His play style is rooted in a calculated, analytical approach developed during his time in finance, specializing in heads-up No Limit SNGs and mixed game variants. He has also represented India in competitive Match Poker formats, demonstrating high-level versatility across team-based and individual disciplines.

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