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Eli Elezra who is also known by his nicknames 'Mr. Vegas' and 'Wizard' was born on November 24, 1960 in Jerusalem, Israel. He holds one World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet and one World Poker Tour (WPT) title.
Card Player TV tours the home of Eli Elezra. Eli Elezra used to be Full Tilt pro player before Black Friday and used all the luxury of this title. Ex-Israeli military officer, successful businessman and regular of highroller cash games in Vegas – he had a life one could only dream of. But there is always “but”. Eli Elezra was born on Thursday, November 24, 1960. He is currently fifty nine years old. Eli was born in 1960s, part of the Baby Boomers Generation, and has a birth sign of Sagittarius, according to CelebsAges. His next birthday will be on a Tuesday in 61 days. The Eli Elezra debt controversy took a new and potentially sinister turn yesterday when highstakes pro Abe Mosseri claimed that Elezra not only owes him $835,000 on an unpaid loan, but has also threatened Mosseri and his family to keep the debt quiet. Elezra has been under attack all week following an AMA (Ask me Anything) thread on the 2plus2 poker forum went pear-shaped. Eli Elezra has won 4 bracelets and 0 rings for total earnings of $2,137,326. See all events where they placed in-the-money.
Besides being a professional poker player, Elezra is also a successful businessman who owns a chain of retail stores and a popular Las Vegas nightclub called 'Seven'. He stated that when he was doing business in Alaska, there was nothing to do so he and his co-workers were playing poker day and night. This proved to be a good practice for him before moving to play in Vegas. He said that he won almost every time while playing with his business friends, but when he started playing in Vegas, it was clear to him that he still had things to learn in order to become better in the game.
Elezra was a lieutenant in a commando unit (Golani Brigade) when he was serving in the Israeli army. He started playing poker after suffering a leg injury, but he did not forget about his service and unit, as he donated $50,000 to complete a gym for his former commando unit.
Today, Elezra is a good and respected poker player and after moving to America, he has entered the money several times in WSOP events. He plays all kind of poker games and his 15 finishes in the money in the WSOP events are in Omaha, Texas Hold'em and Draw events. Still, after all his accomplishments and millions of dollars in cash games and tournament winnings, he does not consider himself as a professional player.
Elezra is playing 'The Big Game' for many years now and has also appeared in seasons two and three of the Poker Superstars Invitational Tournament, GSN's High Stakes Poker and NBC's Poker After Dark.
Elezra's first poker bracelet was won in 2004 when he won the 2004 WPT $10,000 No Limit Hold'em event. Aside from the bracelet, he also took home $1,024,574.
His first WSOP bracelet was won in 2007 after winning the 2007 WSOP Seven Card Stud Hi-Low event. He defeated Scotty Nguyen in the final table to take home $198,984. Elezra won even a higher amount than his first place prize when before the event, he made a 10:1 bet with Barry Greenstein that he would win a WSOP bracelet before the end of 2007. Winning this event turned his $25,000 bet into $250,000. Combined with the first place prize win, Elezra won a total of $448,984 from the event.
As of 2008, Elezra has won over $1,800,000 in live tournaments only.
He became a member of Team Full Tilt not too long ago after years of playing the site. He even has his own H.O.R.S.E. table at the site.
Elezra is married to Hila and they have five children: Jonathan, Guy, Sean, Ryan and Maya. He currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada.
WSOP Winnings
2007 - World Championship Seven-Card Stud Hi-Lo Split Eight-or-Better - $198,984
WPT Winnings
2004 – Mirage Poker Showdown - $1,024,574
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| Popular As | Eli Elezra |
| Occupation | |
| Age | 60 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Born | November 24, 1960 (Israel) |
| Birthday | November 24 |
| Town/City | Israel |
| Nationality | Israel |
🌙 Zodiac
Eli Elezra’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs
Eli Elezra was born in the Year of the Rat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick-witted, clever, charming, sharp and funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.
About
Poker player who competed in the World Series of Poker and the World Poker Tour. He also competed on television in the Poker Superstars Invitational Tournament.
Before Fame
As a young man, he served in an Israeli infantry unit.
Trivia
He appeared on several poker reality shows, including Poker After Dark and High Stakes Poker.
Eli Elezra Net Worth
Family Life
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He grew up in Jerusalem and later lived in Las Vegas, where he founded several businesses on the strip.
Associated With
He appeared alongside Doyle Brunson on an episode of Poker After Dark.