Josh Mccully

Josh McCully is an Australian poker player from Brisbane. He has earned a total of $1,961,540 in live tournaments. His best cash prize was $277,291, achieved on January 25th, 2024, at the World Poker Tour – WPT Cambodia Championship in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, where he secured 2nd place.

Josh Mccully: Early Life

At the age of 19, McCully became heavily involved in playing poker. What initially began as a recreational activity soon transitioned into a serious hobby, particularly with the discovery of online tournaments. While juggling university studies and work commitments, the earnings he generated from these games proved to be immensely beneficial.

McCully’s passion for poker led him to participate in a significant event in 2017: a government meeting aimed at amending the Interactive Gambling Bill of 2001 in Australia. This legislation rendered online gambling, including poker, illegal in the country. McCully’s involvement in this meeting underscored his dedication to the game and his fervent desire to reform the regulations surrounding online gaming in Australia.

Josh Mccully: Poker Achievements

Josh McCully’s journey through the high-stakes world of professional poker has been one of consistent skill and notable victories. It all commenced on October 5th, 2017, at the PokerStars LIVE Manila Super Series 4 in bustling Manila, Philippines, where Josh made his presence known with a commendable 7th place finish in the ₱5,000 Pot Limit Omaha event (Event #7), earning ₱22,600.

Subsequently, on October 7th, 2017, during the PokerStars LIVE Manila Super Series 4 in Manila, Philippines, he triumphed in the ₱15,000 No Limit Hold’em event (Event #10). He clinched 1st place prize of ₱226,900.

His ascent continued, culminating in a remarkable performance on March 5th, 2023, at the World Poker Tour Prime – WPT Prime Gold Coast event in Gold Coast, Australia. Competing in the A$10,000 No Limit Hold’em – Super High Roller (Event 13), Josh secured a notable 2nd place finish, walking away with an impressive $107,732.

Rising to the Challenge: Josh’s Persistence Pays Off

Undeterred by near misses, Josh persisted, as demonstrated on January 25th, 2024, at the World Poker Tour – WPT Cambodia Championship in vibrant Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Entering the $3,500 No Limit Hold’em – WPT Main Event (Event #25), Josh once again showcased his mettle. He secured 2nd place and added a substantial $277,291 to his growing list of accomplishments.

On March 5th, 2024 marked another chapter in Josh’s journey, this time at the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Jeju in scenic Jeju, South Korea. Despite finishing 7th in the $15,900 No Limit Hold’em – 8-Handed (Event #1), his winnings still amounted to an impressive $134,000.

However, it was his triumph on March 29th, 2024, during the U Series of Poker – USOP Da Nang Part 1 in Da Nang, Vietnam, that solidified Josh’s status as a force to be reckoned with in the world of poker. In the ₫250,000,000 No Limit Hold’em – BILLIONAIRE CLUB CHALLENGE, he then emerged victorious, claiming the coveted 1st place prize of $264,266. With this win, Josh firmly established himself as a formidable presence in the poker circuit, leaving an indelible mark on the game.