Ivan Dela Cruz

Ivan Dela Cruz is a Filipino poker player who balances a career in IT management with competitive poker in Asia. According to Somuchpoker, his live tournament earnings total $24,523, with a largest cash of $11,270. He has attended 25 events and made 17 in-the-money finishes, placing him at #2,056 in the Somuchpoker Poker Index (SPI) and #1,383 globally.

Ivan Dela Cruz holds a Bachelor’s degree in Registered Nursing from Dr. Yanga’s Colleges Inc. (2003–2007). His professional career includes over 11 years in management and IT services. He worked as an Assistant Manager at Optum from March 2014 to January 2020, and currently serves as a Team Lead at UST Global since January 2020, based in Taguig, Metro Manila. His LinkedIn profile highlights skills in leadership, team management, and training.

Dela Cruz began appearing in Asian poker tournaments in recent years, with notable results in Manila-based events. His biggest cash came at the 2026 SiGMA Poker Tour Manila Main Event, where he finished 5th out of 632 entries for $11,270 (40,000 PHP buy-in). Other significant results include:

• Manila Super Series 23 – Survivor Knockout: 4th place for $2,000 (January 2026)
• Okada Manila Millions 2026 – 6 Handed Turbo: 11th place for $250 (May 2026)
• APT Championship Taipei 2025 – event details not fully listed

He has cashed in 17 of 25 events, demonstrating consistent performance in the Asia-Pacific poker circuit.

Dela Cruz’s recent appearances in 2025–2026 include the SiGMA Poker Tour Manila, Okada Manila Millions, Manila Super Series, and the APPT Championship Taipei. These events are part of major Asian tours such as PokerStars Live, Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT), and the Asian Poker Tour (APT).

Due to limited hand history and broadcast footage, Ivan Dela Cruz’s playing style is not well-documented. He is representative of the growing contingent of Filipino players who participate in regional live tournaments, often balancing poker with full-time careers. His consistent cashes in medium-field events suggest a solid tournament fundamentals and strong bankroll management.