Smriti Dewari
India
Smriti Dewari is an Indian professional poker player based in San Diego, known for her deep runs in WSOP, WPT, and RGPS events. With career earnings over $19,000, she has become a prominent figure in the poker community, particularly for her performance in women's events.
Early Life and Background
Smriti Dewari was born in India and later moved to the United States, where she currently resides in San Diego, California. Outside of poker, she works as a Senior Manager in Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis at eBay, a role she has held since September 2023. Her professional background in finance and analytics has likely contributed to her disciplined approach to the game.
Poker Career Highlights
Dewari's poker tournament results span several major series, including the World Series of Poker (WSOP), World Poker Tour (WPT), and the RunGood Poker Series (RGPS).
World Series of Poker (WSOP)
In the 2024 WSOP, Dewari cashed in Event #71: $10,000 LADIES Championship, finishing 50th out of 1,245 entrants for $3,624. She followed this with multiple cashes in the 2025 WSOP, including:
- Event #19: $500 COLOSSUS – 1,729th of 16,301 for $1,010
- Event #10: $600 Deepstack – 816th of 6,090 for $1,200
- At the 2026 WSOP Circuit Planet Hollywood, she placed 53rd in a $400 Mini Main Event for $1,500.
World Poker Tour (WPT)
At the 2025 WPT Ladies Championship held at Wynn Las Vegas, Dewari finished 16th, earning $3,899.
RunGood Poker Series (RGPS)
Dewari achieved her largest cash to date at the RGPS Jamul Casino Main Event in November 2024, where she placed 4th out of 339 entries, winning $10,930.
Total Career Earnings
According to available records, Dewari's total live tournament earnings exceed $19,000 from six documented cashes. Her largest single cash is $10,930 from the RGPS Main Event.
Playing Style and Recognition
While detailed analysis of her playing style is limited in public sources, Dewari's consistent deep runs in large-field events suggest a patient and disciplined approach. She is recognized as one of the few Indian-born players achieving success in high-profile US tournaments, and her participation in ladies' events highlights her role in promoting women in poker.
Personal Life
Dewari maintains a professional career in finance while pursuing poker. She holds a certificate in Financial Planning & Analysis from Wharton Online (2024) and is an active member of the eBay Finance Leadership Development Program. She often shares industry insights and company updates via LinkedIn, though her poker activity is separate from her corporate persona.
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