High-Stakes Cash Game Showdown: Monarch against Tornado at Onyx Club, with a $4 Million Purse

In the glamorous world of high-stakes poker, the Onyx Super High Roller Series Cyprus event recently witnessed an intense battle between two titans of the game - Monarch (Ossi Ketola) and Tornado (Aussie Cahan). The game, played with a whopping $2m starting chips, $10,000/$20,000 blinds, and a no-rebuy format with winner-takes-all, was a spectacle that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.

The first significant hand saw Monarch take the lead, a momentous occasion in the match. With Tornado holding King♥ 7♦ and Monarch Ace♠ King♦, the flop came 3♦ J♦ K♠, giving Monarch top two pair and Tornado the nut flush draw. The turn brought a K♥, securing Monarch a full house and potentially a large pot. However, a "brick" 4♣ on the river saved Tornado from a potential $400,000 bet from Monarch, keeping the game balanced.

The game continued for approximately 4 hours and 210 hands, with each player showing their poker prowess. In another notable hand, Monarch opened with a $400,000 bet on the turn, a significant move that could have sealed the victory. However, Tornado flat-called, and when the river brought a 7♦, giving Tornado two pair, the $2 million pot was won by the latter.

After this hand, the game saw several twists and turns, with Monarch managing to regain the lead on several occasions. However, in the end, it was Tornado who emerged victorious, increasing Monarch's total losses to around $19M.

Amidst the excitement of the game, it was also noticed that Monarch was observed consuming caviar during the game, adding a touch of luxury to the high-stakes poker event.

The loss in the Onyx Super High Roller Series Cyprus event has not dampened Monarch's spirit. He has not announced any more high-stakes duels, but has the option to name the stakes for a potential Jungleman rematch. In fact, there is buzz around a potential Jungleman rematch for Monarch, with Dan "Jungleman" Cates himself confirming that he will play Monarch in a repeat. No other contender has yet announced a high-stakes poker duel against Monarch, making a Jungleman rematch a highly anticipated event.

In the world of high-stakes poker, the drama never ends. As we wait for Monarch's next move, one thing is certain - the poker community is eagerly awaiting the next high-stakes showdown.

High-Stakes Cash Game Showdown: Monarch against Tornado at Onyx Club, with a $4 Million Purse