Hamid Izadi Claims Ninth WSOPC Ring, Denies Maurice Hawkins

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Hamid Izadi Claims Ninth WSOPC Ring, Denies Maurice Hawkins

Hamid Izadi cemented his place among the World Series of Poker Circuit’s (WSOPC) most decorated players. He won the WSOPC Southern Indiana Main Event, capturing his ninth WSOPC ring.

The $1,700 No-Limit Hold’em tournament drew 338 entries, but Izadi rose above the competition to claim $111,979 and his second career Main Event title.

Izadi’s Final Table Run

The road to victory demanded patience and precision. At the final table, Izadi eliminated Adam Thomas in ninth place to set the tone. Robert Hankins, the 2016 Southern Indiana champion, soon followed in eighth, giving Izadi a surge of momentum. 

From there, he tightened his grip on the table by sending Brent Young out in seventh and Brevin Andreadis in sixth. Heath Pender bowed out in fifth, while Ben Ramon’s fourth-place exit brought the table down to three.

World Poker Tour champion Mark Davis was the last obstacle before heads-up play. His third-place finish earned him $50,323, leaving only Izadi and Maurice Hawkins, the all-time ring leader, to battle for the title. 

Entering the duel with a commanding chip lead, Izadi applied steady pressure until the decisive hand arrived. Hawkins shoved with king-jack suited, only to run into Izadi’s pocket eights. The board brought no help, sealing Hawkins’ fate as runner-up for $74,244 and handing Izadi the coveted victory.

By controlling the pace and executing timely knockouts, Izadi not only denied Hawkins his 22nd ring but also strengthened his own legacy as one of the circuit’s fiercest competitors.

WSOPC Southern Indiana Main Event Final Table Results

Place Player Prize
1 Hamid Izadi $111,979
2 Maurice Hawkins $74,244
3 Mark Davis $50,323
4 Ben Ramon $34,891
5 Heath Pender $24,759
6 Brevin Andreadis $17,990
7 Brent Young $13,394
8 Robert Hankins $10,223
9 Adam Thomas $8,005

Hamid Izadi’s Poker Journey and WSOPC Legacy

With his ninth ring secured, Hamid Izadi has firmly established himself as one of the WSOP Circuit’s most consistent and determined players. Before this win, he already owned eight WSOPC titles, including a Main Event victory in Pompano Beach in 2024. 

The Southern Indiana triumph marks his second Main Event title, a distinction he holds in especially high regard.

For Izadi, the achievement goes beyond the prize money. Reflecting on his motivation, he explained:

“I’ve won a lot of rings,” Izadi said. “When you win a Main Event, there’s more pleasure. You’re playing against better players, it’s a better structure and obviously better payouts. Before the first Main Event win, I had been in several final tables but always finished short. I think as poker players we are competitive. Even if I finish second it doesn’t feel right. I’m a very competitive person. I really wanted to be first. It’s not all about money. I just like to be accomplished in something I believe I’m good at.”

Izadi’s words reflect the mindset that has fueled his success. In an era when many players balance live events with US online poker sites, his consistent live results stand out even more.

His disciplined play, strategic aggression, and competitive mindset were on full display. Every hand mattered, and every decision shaped the path to the title. 

The win highlights the enduring value of live tournament mastery, even as online poker continues to grow in popularity.