Matthias Eibinger

Matthias Eibinger was born on January 5, 1993, in Graz, Austria. He started his poker career online, playing hyper-turbo Sit & Go tournaments under the alias 'iambest' (or 'iambest2'). Known for his extreme dedication, he once employed polyphasic sleep to grind up to 20 hours a day, reaching Supernova Elite status on PokerStars multiple times. In 2017, after a six-month hiatus, he focused intensely on multi-table tournament (MTT) theory before transitioning to the live circuit.

Eibinger's first recorded live cashes came in 2016 and 2017. His breakthrough occurred at EPT Barcelona in 2018, where he reached four final tables in High Roller or Super High Roller events, earning over €1.2 million. He closed out 2018 with a victory in the EPT Prague €50,000 High Roller for €653,000. That same year, he finished second to Jason Koon in the $100,000 WPT Tournament of Champions for $1,006,060.

After the pandemic, Eibinger became a fixture on the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series circuit. In 2022, he won his first two Triton titles at Triton Cyprus, taking down Event #6: $50K NLH Turbo for $676,000 and Event #9: $50K NLH for $545,000. His career-best cash came in October 2023 when he won the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Monte Carlo Main Event for $3,461,261. In 2024, he finished 4th in the WSOP $250,000 Super High Roller for $1,688,278. At the 2026 Triton Poker Series Jeju, he won the $100,000 PLO Main Event for $1,787,000. He also claimed the $50,000 Onyx High Roller Grand Slam in February 2026 for $1,250,000. Additionally, he recorded a 5th place in the Triton Montenegro $150,000 NLHE event in May 2025 for $1,195,000.

Eibinger won his first WSOP bracelet in December 2025 at WSOP Paradise, taking down Event #2: $75,000 Triton PLO 6-Handed for $1,570,640. This victory came despite his previous inexperience in Pot-Limit Omaha, highlighting his ability to master new variants. His WSOP results also include a 5th place in the €100,000 Diamond High Roller at WSOP Europe 2019 (€457,107) and a 9th place in the €25,500 Super High Roller at WSOP Europe 2018 (€71,821). Other notable cashes include a 4th place in the TRITON Jeju $20,000 Mystery Bounty in 2025 for $363,000 and multiple final table appearances in high-roller events worldwide.

Eibinger is renowned for a purely game-theory-optimal (GTO), clinical, and high-volume playing style. He relies on rigorous mathematical study and logical deduction, traits that make him one of the most respected opponents on the high-stakes circuit. He is known for his 'three-bullet' mental resilience, often firing multiple entries into events and maintaining objectivity regardless of early setbacks. He is also a co-founder of the coaching platform Pokercode alongside Fedor Holz, mentoring the next generation of pros.

With live tournament earnings exceeding $31 million (according to The Hendon Mob), Eibinger holds the #1 spot on Austria's all-time money list and ranks among the top global players. He continues to compete in the world's most expensive tournaments and remains a dominant force in both No-Limit Hold'em and Pot-Limit Omaha. His academic approach and disciplined mindset have cemented his legacy as one of the theoretically strongest players in the game. As of 2026, he has 11 Triton Poker Series cashes in Asia-Pacific with net winnings over $3.5 million, and his SPI (Somuchpoker Index) ranking stands at #16 globally.

Matthias Eibinger's career is marked by consistent high-stakes success. his total live tournament earnings exceed $31 million as of 2026, placing him 1st on Austria's All Time Money List and 41st globally (Somuchpoker). His five largest live scores are:

• $3,461,261 – 1st, Triton Super High Roller Monte-Carlo Main Event (Oct 2023)
• $1,688,278 – 4th, WSOP $250,000 Super High Roller (Jun 2024)
• $1,570,640 – 1st, WSOP Paradise $75,000 Triton PLO 6-Handed (Dec 2025)
• $1,330,000 – 5th, Triton Jeju $100,000 Main Event (Mar 2024)
• $1,195,000 – 5th, Triton Montenegro $150,000 NLHE (May 2025)

Note: The Hendon Mob and PokerNews figures may vary slightly due to exchange rates and updates.

Eibinger has been particularly dominant in Asia-Pacific events, especially on the Triton Poker Series. According to Somuchpoker's 2026 profile, he has 11 Triton cash appearances in Asia-Pacific, all in the money, with net winnings of $3,513,000. His biggest win in the region came in the 2026 Triton Jeju $100,000 PLO Main Event for $1,787,000. His SPI (Somuchpoker Index) ranking stands at #16 globally with an SPI score of 11,832. This ranking reflects his consistent elite performance across multiple high-roller events worldwide.

Before his live success, Eibinger was a fearsome online player under the alias "iambest" and "iambest2". He reached Supernova Elite status on PokerStars multiple times, often grinding 20-hour sessions using polyphasic sleep techniques. His intense study of MTT theory during a 2017 hiatus laid the foundation for his later live achievements. In 2020, he co-founded Pokercode with Fedor Holz, a coaching platform that provides solver-based training and community for aspiring pros. Eibinger frequently contributes content and mentors students, emphasizing GTO fundamentals and mental resilience. His academic approach has influenced a generation of players, cementing his role as both a top competitor and educator.