Talal Shakerchi

Talal Shakerchi was born on February 21, 1964, and resides in London, England. He studied economics at Cambridge University, which laid the foundation for his analytical approach. In 1998, he founded Meditor Capital Management Ltd, a hedge fund specializing in large investment management. By 2013, his fortune was estimated at £100 million, establishing him as a prominent figure in the UK financial sector.

Online Success

Shakerchi plays online under the username "raidalot" on PokerStars. He has won a total of ten Championship of Online Poker (COOP) titles – five in SCOOP (Spring Championship of Online Poker) and five in WCOOP (World Championship of Online Poker). His most notable online victory came in 2016 when he won the SCOOP $10,300 Main Event for $1,468,001. His most recent COOP title was in the 2025 SCOOP, further cementing his reputation as one of the top online players. His online prowess extends to multiple mixed game events, reflecting his versatility.

Live Tournament Highlights

Shakerchi has amassed over $20 million in live tournament earnings (as of early 2026, his total stands at $20,218,635 from 82 cashes), ranking 4th on England's all-time money list. His largest live cash came in August 2023, when he finished 2nd in the Triton $250,000 Luxon Invitational in London for $4,650,000. Earlier that year, he won his biggest title: the Triton Vietnam $100,000 Main Event in March 2023, earning $3,250,000 after beating a field of 135 players. He also placed 2nd in the 2023 WSOP $50,000 Poker Players Championship for $818,756.

Other notable results include 4th place in the 2018 $300,000 Super High Roller Bowl V for $1,188,000 and victory in the 2013 EPT London £10,300 High Roller for £436,330. In 2025, he recorded a 5th-place finish in the WSOP $25,000 High Roller Pot-Limit Omaha for $539,817. His latest cash as of February 2026 was $111,300, demonstrating his continued presence in high-stakes events. Although he has no WSOP bracelet, he has multiple final tables and deep runs in high roller and mixed game events.

Shakerchi is known for a precise and aggressive style, blending strong hand selection with post-flop pressure. His finance background contributes to a disciplined, analytical approach that often unsettles opponents. He frequently uses his position to apply pressure and is adept at mixed games, as demonstrated by his successes in HORSE, Razz, and 2-7 Triple Draw events. His ability to adapt across formats makes him a formidable opponent in both online and live settings.

Talal Shakerchi exemplifies how analytical skills and discipline can translate from finance to poker. As a successful businessman and accomplished amateur player, he proves that high-level poker is accessible to those with the right mindset. His low-key personality and consistent high-stakes results have earned him respect among elite professionals. With over $20 million in live earnings and a decade of online dominance, Shakerchi remains a prominent figure in the poker world, balancing his investment career with occasional high-stakes tournament appearances.

Talal Shakerchi is also known by the alternative spelling "Talal Sakerchi" in some poker databases, reflecting variations in transliteration. His online alias "raidalot" on PokerStars is widely recognized among the poker community.

as of May 2025, Shakerchi had accumulated $19,038,269 from 73 live cashes. Within less than a year, his totals increased to $20,218,635 from 82 cashes (as of February 2026), demonstrating his continued activity and success in high-stakes tournaments. This growth underscores his consistent performance at the highest levels of tournament poker.

Shakerchi's ten COOP titles include wins in both SCOOP and WCOOP. Notable victories: 2012 WCOOP $10,000 HORSE, 2013 SCOOP $5,200 2-7 Triple Draw, and the 2016 SCOOP $10,300 Main Event for $1.47 million. His most recent COOP title came in the 2025 SCOOP, showcasing sustained excellence. These wins account for over $2 million in online earnings.

In addition to tournaments, Shakerchi occasionally plays high-stakes cash games, both live and online. He has been seen at tables with some of the world's best players, although his cash game results remain private. This aspect of his game further demonstrates his comfort in high-pressure environments.