Eelis Pärssinen

Born in Finland, Parsinen has made a name for himself in the highly competitive world of online high-stakes cash games and tournaments. Long before becoming a regular in live tournaments, he had already established himself on platforms like GGPoker and PokerStars with his exceptional Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) skills. His breakthrough came in 2020 when he defeated Finnish legend Jens Kironen in the finals of the Poker Masters online PLO series, "The Purple Jacket." Despite his immense success, Parsinen remains known for his humility, often stating that he "doesn't play live tournaments very often," even though he is now a regular in the World Series of Poker (WSOP) and Triton events. Today, he continues to dominate the global high-stakes poker scene in Finland, alongside other Finnish high-stakes players like Sami Kellogg and Akko Jørntausta.

Parsinen is known for his "highly skilled, fearless, and aggressive" style of play, particularly in Pot-Limit Omaha. His strategy is deeply rooted in modern solver theory, combined with a "feel" for the game honed through millions of hands of online play. His mastery of "hybrid" formats is best evidenced by his WSOP No-Limit Hold'em/Pot-Limit Omaha mixed event bracelet. He excels in mixed-format tournaments thanks to his exceptional Pot-Limit Omaha skills. A key characteristic of his play is his willingness to engage in high-volatility situations when mathematically supported, making him one of the most dangerous opponents at the "high stakes" level. Whether conquering the Triton Poker Series Pot-Limit Omaha Championship or striving for success in the WSOP Main Event, Parsinen's strategy revolves around a balance of skill and the ability to maintain pressure in some of the world's most expensive pots.

According to Hendon Mob, Parsinen's total live tournament winnings exceed $13,704,000, making him a giant in the Finnish poker world. His career-high live tournament winnings are $2,270,000, achieved through his victory in the 2024 Triton Poker Series Monte Carlo $100,000 Pot-Limit Omaha Main Event. Parsinen is also a WSOP bracelet winner and won the 2021 $5,000 Mixed No-Limit Hold'em/Pot-Limit Omaha event, earning $545,616. He maintained his phenomenal form throughout 2025 and early 2026, most recently finishing sixth in the $100,000 Triton Main Event at the 2025 WSOP Paradise, earning $1,107,000, and second in the $25,000 GGMillion $ One-Day Turbo, winning $1,034,000. His exceptional online and live tournament success has resulted in an estimated poker net worth exceeding $15 million. Image credit: Melissa Haereiti