Dmitriy Kurashev
Russia
Dmitriy Kurashev is a Russian professional poker player with recorded tournament cashes since 2023, including a victory in the $1,100 Five Card Pot-Limit Omaha Double Board Bomb Pot event at the 2025 Dolce Vita Summer Series for $27,500. He has also cashed in the 2026 Onyx High Roller Series and the 2023 WSOP Online, with total live earnings of $52,500 according to CardPlayer.
Overview
Dmitriy Kurashev (also spelled Dmitry Kurashev) is a professional poker player from Russia. While not a household name, he has built a modest but solid tournament résumé since 2023, with cashes in both online and live events. His results include a tournament win and a high roller cash, showcasing his ability to compete across formats.
Tournament Results
Kurashev’s first recorded cash came in the 2023 WSOP Online series. On January 1, 2023, he finished 862nd in the $210 Secret Bounty NLH event for $393 (ladder prize only; actual earnings likely higher due to bounties) according to MTTDB.
His first live victory occurred on August 5, 2025, at the Dolce Vita Summer Series. He won the $1,100 Five Card Pot-Limit Omaha Double Board Bomb Pot event, taking home $27,500 from a $50,000 guaranteed prize pool. This win also earned him 240 Card Player Player of the Year points.
On February 7, 2026, Kurashev made a deep run in the $10,400 Pot-Limit Omaha event at the Onyx High Roller Series. He placed 19th out of a large field, cashing for $25,000. This result contributed significantly to his total live earnings of $52,500 as tracked by CardPlayer.
Online and High Roller Play
Kurashev has demonstrated ability in both low-stakes and high-stakes events. His 2023 WSOP Online cash, though modest, shows he participates in major online series. His later results in medium-stakes PLO and high roller PLO indicate a comfort with pot-limit Omaha and larger buy-ins. The 2026 Onyx High Roller Series event had a $2,000,000 guarantee, placing him among elite competitors.
Playing Style
Public information on Kurashev’s playing style is limited. Based on his event selections, he appears to favor pot-limit Omaha and no-limit hold’em, with a willingness to play both bounty and high roller formats. His single win in a bomb pot variant suggests adaptability and aggression in unusual structures.
Legacy and Impact
While not a mainstream star, Dmitriy Kurashev represents the many professional players who build careers through consistent grinding and occasional breakout wins. His 2025 victory and high roller cash show that he can compete at multiple levels, from $1,100 events to $10,400 buy-ins.
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