Srinivasa Yarlagadda

Srinivasa Yarlagadda's earliest recorded poker cashes date back to 2005 and 2006, where he finished 10th in a WSOP Circuit event at Caesars Indiana ($3,320) and 4th in a Circuit event at Grand Casino Tunica ($12,235). These results laid the foundation for a steady, if unheralded, career.

Yarlagadda has made 11 cashes at the World Series of Poker, with his best performance coming in 2022 when he placed 37th out of 5,832 entries in Event #66: $1,000 Mini Main Event, earning $15,413. Other notable WSOP results include:

• 2024: 20th in Event #14: $1,000 Super Turbo Bounty ($7,671)
• 2013: 33rd in Event #49: $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em ($12,710)
• 2009: 100th in Event #22: $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em Shootout ($5,236)

In the 2009 Shootout, he was covered by PokerNews when he rivered a pair of kings against Victor Ramdin to win a pot, demonstrating his ability to capitalize on key moments.

Known for a tight-aggressive (TAG) approach, Yarlagadda emphasizes strong starting hands and applies pressure in favorable positions. His background as a Lead Database Developer—a role requiring precision and analytical thinking—likely informs his patient, low-variance style.

Outside poker, Yarlagadda is a Lead Database Developer at ASRC Federal, with nearly two decades of experience in IT. He has held senior database roles at Credit Acceptance, LeaseAccelerator, and other firms, illustrating a parallel career in technology.

While not a household name, Yarlagadda exemplifies the successful amateur who balances a demanding career with consistent poker results. His story inspires players who seek steady gains through discipline and study.