Kevin Hart, renowned for his comedic prowess, is also making waves in the poker world, as showcased in the recently launched Season 15 of High Stakes Poker on PokerGO. One of the standout moments from this season is an intense hand between the A-list actor and poker legend Andrew Robl, which resulted in a staggering pot worth $899,000.
In this notable Episode 5, the action unfolded with a $4,000 straddle, where Robl, playing from the small blind, raised to $15,000 holding 7♠4♠. Hart, with J♦J♣ in the big blind, opted to call, along with Justin Gavri, who held 5♥3♥. The flop revealed a thrilling 5♦J♠Q♠, giving Hart a middle set and setting the scene for dramatic gameplay.
After Robl checked with his flush draw, Hart made a value bet of $35,000, prompting Gavri to fold. Robl called the bet, which opened the door for an additional straight draw when the 6♦ appeared on the turn. Robl checked again, leading Hart to escalate his wager to $100,000. In a surprising turn, Robl executed a check-raise all-in for $391,000, resulting in a snap-call from Hart. The two opted to run the river twice, revealing a K♦ first and an A♦ in the second run, both of which were beneficial for Hart, securing him the enormous pot.
Robl acknowledged Hart’s win, admitting, “He was due for one,” as he handed over the substantial winnings. This riveting hand is just a glimpse of the excitement throughout the first few episodes of the season, where Hart proves himself to be a formidable competitor at the table. Fans of both poker and Hart are in for a treat, as the entire 17-episode season is available exclusively on PokerGO, with weekly recaps from PokerNews enhancing the viewing experience.
With Hart’s remarkable performance, it’s clear that his dedication to mastering poker is paying off, making for a compelling watch for fans and poker enthusiasts alike.