Michael Rodrigues

Michael Rodrigues, also known by several aliases including Michael Pires Santos Rodrigues and Michael Rodrigues Pires, is a professional poker player from Portugal. He has built a reputation as a versatile competitor, particularly excelling in mixed-game variants. Over his career, he has accumulated more than $1.3 million in live tournament earnings, with his Hendon Mob profile listing 121 recorded cashes as of late 2025.

Rodrigues captured his first World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet in 2023, winning Event #1,500 Badugi for $144,678. That same year, he finished as runner-up in the $1,500 Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better event, earning $160,418. He also placed third in the $10,000 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw Championship, taking home $139,048.

His WSOP success continued into 2026, where he again finished second in the $1,500 Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Eight Max, earning $156,863. As of 2026, Rodrigues has recorded 84 WSOP cashes totaling $944,000, with one win and six final-table appearances. His consistent deep runs in Omaha and lowball events underscore his technical proficiency in mixed games.

Beyond the WSOP, Rodrigues has made his mark on the European Poker Tour (EPT). In February 2023, he finished second in a €5,150 No-Limit Hold'em Six Max event at EPT Paris, earning $76,505. He also cashed in the 2019 EPT Barcelona Main Event, finishing fifth for approximately €200,000. His combined earnings from EPT Main Events stand at $73,389.

Rodrigues is widely recognized for his adaptability across various poker disciplines, including Pot-Limit Omaha, Big O, and lowball games. His deep runs in Omaha and Triple Draw events highlight his ability to adjust to complex game structures and his deep understanding of hand values in split-pot and lowball formats. This versatility has made him a formidable opponent in mixed-game tournaments.

In the 2026 WSOP, Rodrigues continued to show consistency, cashing in multiple events. Notable results include an 11th-place finish in the $1,500 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw ($10,445), a cash in the $1,000 Tag Team event ($1,154), and a $3,022 payout in the $1,500 Millionaire Maker. His most recent recorded cash, as of October 2025, was $1,014.

Career statistics for Rodrigues include:

• Total live earnings: $1,325,998
• Total cashes: 87 (with 121 cashes listed on Hendon Mob as of late 2025)
• WSOP bracelets: 1
• WSOP final tables: 6
• WSOP cashes: 84
• EPT final tables: 2

Michael Rodrigues has established himself as one of Portugal's most accomplished poker players, particularly in the realm of mixed games. His WSOP bracelet and multiple high-profile runner-up finishes have cemented his status as a top-tier competitor on the international stage. With continued success in both live and online arenas, Rodrigues remains a player to watch in the evolving world of professional poker.