Meir Lang
Israel
Meir Lang is an Israeli professional poker player known for steady performances across European and WSOP events. With total live earnings exceeding $54,000, his best result came in 2014 at the EPT Barcelona Main Event, where he finished 31st for €28,500.
Introduction
Meir Lang is a poker professional from Israel, recognized for his consistent appearances in international tournaments. Though not a household name, he has built a reputation as a solid competitor, particularly in deep-stacked events.
Career Highlights
Lang's recorded tournament career spans from 2014 to 2025, with four documented cashes on WSOP.com totalling $54,825. His most notable performance came at the 2014 European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona Main Event, where he placed 31st out of 1,496 entrants, earning €28,500. This remains his largest cash to date.
In 2016, he cashed in the Eureka Main Event during the EPT Prague festival, finishing 241st of 2,031 for €2,050. His first WSOP cash occurred in 2024 at Event #86: $1,000 Mystery Bounty Pot-Limit Omaha, where he placed 19th of 4,280 for $13,110. Most recently, at the 2025 EA Poker Tour (EAPT) Main Event, he finished 55th of 368 for $1,625.
Notable Tournament Results
- 2014 EPT Barcelona – €5,300 Main Event: 31st place, €28,500
- 2016 EPT Prague – €1,100 Eureka Main Event: 241st place, €2,050
- 2024 WSOP – Event #86: $1,000 Mystery Bounty PLO: 19th place, $13,110
- 2025 EAPT – $600 Main Event: 55th place, $1,625
Lang also appeared at the 2017 PokerStars Festival London, where he was noted as the table big stack during Day 1c of the Main Event, eliminating a short-stacked opponent.
Playing Style
While detailed analysis is limited, tournament reports suggest Lang employs a patient, controlled approach. He is often described as a steady player who capitalises on deep-stack situations, as seen in his deep runs in large-field events like the WSOP Mystery Bounty and EPT Barcelona.
Legacy
As one of Israel's representatives on the international poker scene, Meir Lang embodies the qualities of a dedicated professional: consistent cashes, selective event participation, and a low-key public profile. His career illustrates that sustained success in poker often comes through discipline and technical proficiency rather than flashy victories.
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