Modern poker professionals don’t just earn their fortunes at the tables. Today’s elite players combine tournament winnings, high-stakes cash games, sponsorships, training platforms, and even streaming careers to build multi-million-dollar bankrolls. But defining who is the “wealthiest” is far from simple.
Unlike live tournaments, where payouts are public, private cash game results often remain hidden, and net worth estimates can vary wildly depending on the source. That’s why any ranking can only rely on publicly available data: tournament winnings, sponsorship disclosures, business ventures, and credible reporting.
This list focuses specifically on players who amassed significant wealth through online poker and hybrid poker-related careers—not billionaires who only dabble in the game. For players who dream of following in their footsteps, sites like VIP-Grinders offer exclusive rakeback deals, promotions, and insights to maximize your own online poker profits.
With that in mind, let’s look at the Top 10 Wealthiest Online Poker Players in 2025.
- Paul Phua – Estimated Net Worth: $400 Million
Paul Phua tops the list as one of poker’s most influential figures. He made his fortune not only by playing and staking in Asia’s high-stakes online games but also as the co-founder of the prestigious Triton Poker Series, which has extended its reach into online events.
Away from the virtual felt, Phua has accumulated more than $31 million in live tournament earnings. However, the bulk of his fortune comes from Macau’s casino junket business and partnerships with major operators in Asia. His dual role as both player and businessman makes him a unique presence at the top of poker’s rich list.
- Tony G (Antanas Guoga) – About $300 Million
Antanas “Tony G” Guoga is as famous for his fearless table talk as for his wealth. An early investor in online poker platforms, he continues to participate in high-stakes NLHE and short deck games, often online.
With over $11 million in live tournament cashes, Tony G’s poker resume is impressive, but his fortune has grown far beyond poker. He chairs the blockchain-focused company Sol Strategies Inc., and in February 2025, he publicly estimated his net worth at $300 million—adding that he had made $100 million in just the past year.
- Dan Bilzerian – ~ $200 Million (Controversial)
Dan Bilzerian remains a polarizing figure in the poker community. He has long claimed to have won tens of millions in private online cash games, though many doubt the figures. Still, his larger-than-life social media persona drives lucrative sponsorships and business opportunities.
Bilzerian’s poker tournament record is minimal, but his wealth is bolstered by family trust funds and his cannabis company Ignite. While his exact poker earnings are debatable, his financial influence and lifestyle keep him in the conversation.
- Phil Ivey – ~ $110 Million
Known as the “Tiger Woods of Poker,” Phil Ivey built much of his reputation in the early days of Full Tilt Poker, where he battled some of the biggest online high-stakes games ever played. Even today, Ivey is rumored to participate in private online cash games with enormous stakes.
Ivey also boasts over $38 million in live tournament earnings. Beyond poker, he has profited from investments and edge-seeking ventures in games like baccarat, further adding to his wealth.
- Sam Farha – ~ $100 Million
Sam Farha may be best remembered for finishing second to Chris Moneymaker in the 2003 WSOP Main Event, but his fortune stems largely from Pot Limit Omaha and other high-stakes games—many of them online.
He has claimed to have won more than $100 million across his cash game career, a figure that dwarfs his three WSOP bracelet wins. Add in early hustling ventures and long-term investments, and Farha remains one of poker’s wealthiest legends.
- Chris Ferguson – ~ $80 Million
Chris “Jesus” Ferguson was not only a skilled player but also one of the co-founders of Full Tilt Poker, where his ownership stake reportedly earned him tens of millions. Known for developing early push-fold strategies and online tournament prowess, Ferguson’s influence on the online game was immense.
Though his reputation suffered after the Full Tilt collapse, Ferguson still holds over $9.5 million in live tournament winnings and remains one of the most financially successful players in online poker’s history.
- Bryn Kenney – ~ $72 Million
Bryn Kenney started out online before transitioning into one of the game’s most dominant live tournament players. Today, he still invests in poker, staking other players and operating 4Poker, a site designed to give back to the poker community.
Kenney has amassed over $73 million in live tournament winnings, placing him among the top all-time earners. His hybrid career—mixing online roots, live dominance, and business ventures—keeps him firmly in poker’s elite wealth bracket.
- Daniel Negreanu – ~ $70 Million
Daniel “Kid Poker” Negreanu remains one of the game’s most recognizable faces. A pioneer in online poker training and content creation, he continues to play high-stakes games and streams regularly for fans around the world.
With multiple WSOP bracelets and WPT titles, Negreanu’s live tournament record is legendary. Sponsorship deals, ambassador roles, and media appearances during the poker boom added millions to his net worth, making him a global poker brand as much as a player.
- Justin Bonomo – ~ $65 Million
Justin Bonomo made his mark in online multi-table tournaments before transitioning into live poker dominance. His staking operations and early adoption of online grinding built the foundation for his fortune.
With over $65 million in live tournament winnings and three WSOP bracelets, Bonomo topped the All-Time Money List at various points. His combination of online mastery and live consistency makes him one of the wealthiest players in the modern game.
- Phil Hellmuth – ~ $28 Million
Phil Hellmuth rounds out the list with a net worth estimated at $28 million. While his online results are modest compared to others, Hellmuth earns heavily from books, endorsements, speaking engagements, and his persona as the self-proclaimed “Poker Brat.”
With a record 17 WSOP bracelets and over $30 million in live tournament winnings, Hellmuth’s career success is undeniable. His branding and media savvy have made him one of poker’s most enduring stars.
