SunBet Poker Tour GrandWest 2025 Returns with R10 Million Guaranteed
The SunBet Poker Tour GrandWest is set to captivate poker enthusiasts once again from November 19 to 30, offering an exciting schedule of 16 tournaments with a total guarantee of R10 million. The highlight is the prestigious R15,000 MonsterStack Main Event with a R4 million prize pool, designed to test players' skills through strategic gameplay. Another prominent event, the Hendon Mob Championship Cape Town Million, boasts a R1.25 million guarantee, promising intense competition. This poker festival promises a blend of deep structure and vibrant atmosphere, making it a must-attend for both seasoned players and newcomers.
- SunBet Poker Tour GrandWest returns Nov 19-30 in Cape Town.
- R15,000 MonsterStack Main Event with R4M prize pool headlining.
- Festival offers 16 events with R10M in total guarantees.
The SunBet Poker Tour GrandWest returns to Cape Town this November with 16 tournaments and R10 million guaranteed, led by the R15,000 MonsterStack Main Event and the much-anticipated Hendon Mob Championship Cape Town Million.
The SunBet Poker Tour makes its long-awaited return to the iconic GrandWest Casino in Cape Town from November 19 to 30, promising a 16-event schedule worth R10 million (approx. $560,000) in total guarantees.
The festival will close out the South African poker calendar in grand fashion, combining deep structures, international-standard organization, and a lively atmosphere that has made GrandWest a fan favorite.
The spotlight event is the R15,000 MonsterStack Main Event, which carries a R4 million (approx. $225,000) guaranteed prize pool and offers an ideal mix of value, prestige, and structure for serious competitors.
Spotlight: The R4 Million MonsterStack Main Event
The MonsterStack Main Event stands as the centre piece of the GrandWest leg, inviting players to start with 100,000 chips and a slow, skill-testing structure designed for strategic depth. With three starting flights scheduled, players can find the perfect time to join the action:
- Day 1A: Thursday, November 27 at 12 p.m.
- Day 1B: Friday, November 28 at 11 a.m.
- Day 1C: Friday, November 28 at 7 p.m.
Day 1A and 1B will feature 60-minute levels, while Day 1C plays with 40-minute levels for a more fast-paced experience.
Unlimited re-entry is available through 13 levels, with late registration open until 4:30 p.m. on Day 2. Last year’s edition delivered a record turnout of 504 entries, generating a R6,350,400 ($351,395) prize pool.
Saurabh Gulati, a Mauritius-based player, claimed victory after a three-way deal, overcoming a history-making final table featuring Ronit Chamani and Diane Walker, both of whom became the first women to reach the top three.
Reflecting on his triumph, Gulati said, “It was pressure in the start, but after that it got easier with the chip lead and everything. I had a ball.”
The Hendon Mob Championship Cape Town Million Returns
Another major attraction at GrandWest is The Hendon Mob Championship (THMC) Cape Town Million, one of the region’s most respected mid-tier poker tournaments.
Priced at R8,000 with a 30,000-chip starting stack, it comes with a R1.25 million guarantee, appealing to players eager to add a South African flag to their The Hendon Mob profiles.
The event runs three starting flights from November 23-24, leading to Day 2 on Tuesday, November 25.
The structure features 30-minute levels with a big blind ante, and unlimited re-entry available through the first 11 levels. One in eight entries will make the money, adding an element of high-value play to every table.
In 2024, THMC exceeded expectations, drawing 299 entries for a R2,009,280 ($111,000) prize pool. Cape Town’s Muaaz Gani took the title after a heads-up deal with Sugen Singh, proudly keeping the trophy at home. “Today was actually a day where I really wanted to have that trophy,” said Gani, celebrating his memorable win.
With its growing popularity and inclusion in the official SunBet Poker Tour calendar, the 2025 THMC Cape Town Million is poised to draw an even larger and more competitive field.
A Full Line-Up of Blockbuster Events
Beyond its marquee tournaments, the GrandWest stop features a dynamic lineup of events catering to every buy-in level and play style. Series highlights include:
- R75,000 Super High Roller (R1M GTD)
- R25,000 Mega Million (R1.5M GTD)
- R10,000 Battle of the Ages (R250K GTD)
- R2,500 Cape Town Ladies Championship
- R50,000 High Roller (R1.5M GTD)
The Super High Roller and High Roller both feature seven-figure guarantees, offering elite competition for the region’s most accomplished players.
The Mega Million, set for November 20-22, is expected to attract a strong mid-stakes turnout with a R25,000 buy-in and a R1.5 million guaranteed prize pool.
One of the most innovative additions is the Battle of the Ages, an R10,000 buy-in event with a R250,000 guarantee, splitting Day 1 flights by age group before merging for Day 2, a concept first introduced at the 2025 WSOP.
Finally, the Cape Town Ladies Championship on Saturday, November 22, shines a spotlight on South Africa’s growing community of female players, providing an inclusive and celebratory platform for women in poker.
A Celebration of Poker Excellence
With a carefully crafted schedule, substantial guarantees, and world-class hospitality, the SunBet Poker Tour GrandWest 2025 cements itself as a must-attend stop for both professionals and recreational players.
The return of signature events like the MonsterStack Main Event and THMC Cape Town Million ensures a blend of prestige, competition, and community spirit.
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