Ilya Drobin
Russia
Ilya Drobin is a Russian professional poker player known for his participation in international tournaments, including the World Series of Poker and Asian Poker Tour events. He has recorded a WSOP cash of $19,174 in a $5,000 No-Limit Hold'em event in 2024 and has multiple cashes in APT tournaments across Asia-Pacific. Despite limited public information, his consistent appearances in major series demonstrate an active competitive presence.
Overview
Ilya Drobin (also spelled Ilia Drobin) is a Russian professional poker player who has been active in the global tournament scene, particularly in Asia-Pacific and at the World Series of Poker (WSOP). While detailed career statistics are sparse, his recorded results span from 2024 to 2026, including a mix of high roller events and large-field tournaments.
Notable Tournament Results
World Series of Poker
In 2024, Drobin cashed in the WSOP Event #52: $5,000 No-Limit Hold'em 6-Handed, finishing 32nd out of 817 entrants for $19,174. This remains his only publicly listed WSOP cash.
Asian Poker Tour (APT)
Drobin has accumulated multiple cashes on the Asian Poker Tour:
- APT Taipei 2026 – APT National Cup @RED: 109th out of 2,940 entries, earning $1,500 USD (buy-in: 12,000 TWD).
- APT Incheon South Korea 2025 – Mini Main Event: 19th out of 1,029 entries, earning $4,000 USD (buy-in: 900,000 KRW).
- APT Taipei 2025 – Single Day High Roller: 28th out of 230 entries, earning $4,600 USD (buy-in: 85,000 TWD).
According to Somuchpoker, his total live earnings in the Asia-Pacific region amount to $10,610, with a biggest single cash of $4,585. He has attended five events and cashed in four of them, resulting in an SMP Poker Index of 353.51.
Playing Style and Profile
No detailed analysis of Ilya Drobin's playing style is available in public sources. He appears to be a tournament specialist, with entries ranging from large-field low buy-in events to high rollers. His consistent performance in the APT suggests a strong inclination towards No-Limit Hold'em, though his sole WSOP cash also comes in that format. Given the lack of hand history or media coverage, his style remains uncharacterized.
Summary
Ilya Drobin is a relatively low-profile Russian pro who has steadily built a tournament resume over the past few years, primarily in Asia. His results, while modest, show a player capable of deep runs in sizable fields. As his career progresses, more data may emerge to paint a fuller picture of his skills and achievements.
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