The Million Dollar Game Day 1: A Remarkable Feat in Poker
In a momentous occurrence last night, Hustler Casino Live embarked on an unprecedented venture—the Million Dollar Game. The participating players were required to invest a minimum of one million dollars each ($1 Million Dollar duy-in) . The intense competition spanned five days, with one dedicated to the players’ well-deserved respite before the final showdown.
Each day witnessed distinct line-ups, featuring a diverse cast of players. While some graced the poker table twice, others made their presence felt only once.
On the initial day, the line-up was unveiled, accompanied by a surprise announcement merely an hour prior to the commencement. The late addition of Mister Keating injected a newfound vigor into the game, as he fearlessly engaged in some of the most substantial pots of the night, leaving no room for hesitation.
To recap the memorable highlights:
Among the noteworthy moments of the day, a colossal pot of $826,000 materialized between JRB and Rob Young, captivating a staggering audience of 39,000 viewers. This remarkable figure broke the record of the highest viewership ever attained by Hustler Casino Live.
$826,000 POT!!! @BrokeLivingJRB vs @rob_yong_!!
— Hustler Casino Live (@HCLPokerShow) May 27, 2023
$39,000 people watching
$8.25 MILLION on the table
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A momentous bluff unfolded, orchestrated by Mister Keating against Rob Young, in a high-stakes pot amounting to $400,000.
WOW!! @Mister_Keating unloads the clip!!
— Hustler Casino Live (@HCLPokerShow) May 27, 2023
MONSTER BLUFF for @Mister_Keating vs @rob_yong_
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Following that, a staggering $1.1 Million Dollar pot developed, pitting Blank Ben Check against the renowned Tony G.
We just had a $1.1 MILLION POT!!!
— Hustler Casino Live (@HCLPokerShow) May 27, 2023
Second-biggest pot in HCL history
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The saga continued with Mister Keating finding himself embroiled in yet another significant pot, as he astutely landed a straight against Stanely. The details of this intriguing pot deserve further exploration.
BIG POT ALERT!!@Mister_Keating flops a straight but can he hold on vs @stanleytang?
— Hustler Casino Live (@HCLPokerShow) May 27, 2023
The stakes are higher now: $500/1K/2K
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The drama escalated when a clash of full houses erupted between Mister Keating and Steven, resulting in a thrilling $571,000 pot.
WHAT A COOLER!! FULL HOUSE vs FULL HOUSE!!@Mister_Keating vs @ICTMoxie
— Hustler Casino Live (@HCLPokerShow) May 27, 2023
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Notably, Mister Keating was once again at the center of attention, this time locking horns with Ben in a colossal $720,000 pot.
ACTION FLOP!!@blankcheckben flops the nuts, but can he hold on vs @Mister_Keating in a $720,000 pot? pic.twitter.com/2pP8Rw3Nfg
— Hustler Casino Live (@HCLPokerShow) May 27, 2023
The launching day progressed smoothly, with prominent player Rob Yong noting the cautious demeanor exhibited by most participants. However, Mister Keating, through his assertive play, managed to break free from convention.
Following the exhilarating stream, Ryan Feldman took to Twitter to reveal that the viewership had soared to an impressive 41,000+ viewers—a testament to the game’s immense popularity and allure.
We did it!!
— Ryan Feldman (@TheRyanFeldman) May 27, 2023
41,000+ peak concurrent viewers
$8.5 million on the table
Legendary night @HCLPokerShow
Thanks to everyone who watched
Thanks to everyone who helped make this happen
Dream come true
Let's do it again tomorrow!!
