Faiz Alam

Faiz Alam is an Indian poker player who has made a significant impact on the online poker scene. He is recognized as one of the leading grinders in India, with a strong presence on multiple platforms.

Faiz Alam plays under several screen names, including AilaGaya (PokerBaazi), theinternetkid (Adda52), LFGgggg (PokerStars), Kunal pAATni, DrStrange, MidStakeGrinder, SoJaoBhaiya, and FoldTo1BB (Spartan Poker). He has been a consistent winner in Indian online poker series:

• Adda52 Colossus Aug 2022 Main Event: Alam led the final nine players at Deltin Royale, demonstrating his deep run in a major live-final online event.
• Thursday Night Flagships (Jul 14, 2022): He conquered one of the high-value events during Spartan Poker's India Turbo Masters (ITM).
• Notable Titles (Nov 24, 2022): Alongside Aditya Sushant and Shardul Parthasarathi, Alam shipped a notable title.
• Victorious Night (Oct 21, 2022): He won a title alongside Gaurav Sood and Amit Kaushik.
• Battle of Regs (Jan 13, 2023): Alam won big, along with Rishab Malik, in Thursday night tournaments.
• AOPS Predictions (Jan 29, 2024): He was listed among players expected to ship the Adda52 Online Poker Series (AOPS) Main Event.

While exact prize amounts for online wins are not disclosed, his consistent victories highlight his skill and aggression.

Faiz Alam's live tournament earnings are relatively modest compared to his online success. According to Somuchpoker, his total live earnings amount to $2,130, with a biggest cash of $2,130 from two events attended and one in-the-money finish.

His most recent live appearance was at the WPT Cambodia Passport to World Championship (July 18-22, 2024), which had a buy-in of $1,300. This event likely contributed to his recorded live earnings.

Although specific playing style details are not extensively documented in available sources, Alam is known as a high-volume online grinder who thrives in multi-table tournaments. His aggressive and creative approach, suggested by his multiple screen names, has made him a respected figure in the Indian poker community. He represents the new generation of Indian players who have achieved success primarily through online platforms, inspiring many aspiring poker enthusiasts in the country.