Hossein Ensan

Ensan became a famous professional poker player thanks to his outstanding success in major international tournaments. He managed to leave his mark in the history of poker and became an example poker player for many players, proving that success in this game is important not only for mathematical skills, but also persistence, hard work and the ability to manage your emotions.

Main Information (List with data bellow)

Basic information about the player:

Nickname: Hossein Ensan;
Nationality: German (originally Iranian);
Residence: Münster, Germany;
Born: May 22, 1964;
Age: 60 years (as of 2024);
Last Results: 3rd place in €25,000 High Roller at EPT 2024 Barcelona; 7th place in WSOP 2024 Main Event ($1200000); 1st place in €10000 High Roller at PokerStars Championship 2024 Monte Carlo.

Hossein Ensan Biography

Hossein Ensan is a professional poker player who was born on May 22, 1964 in Iran. He moved to Germany at the age of 25 to discover new opportunities and build a better life. Settling in the city of Muenster, Hossein started his career by studying engineering, but later decided to change his direction and took up trading. However, fate led him to poker, which became for him not just a hobby, but a real vocation.

Early years

Ensan spent his childhood and adolescence in Iran, where he grew up in a modest but educated family. His parents placed a strong emphasis on education, which helped Hossein develop discipline and diligence, qualities that later played an important role in his success at the poker table. The decision to emigrate to Germany was a turning point in his life, giving him the opportunity to explore new horizons.

The beginning of a poker career

Hossein was first introduced to poker as an adult. At first, the game was just a way for him to relax and have fun, but over time he began to develop his skills, realizing that he could do better. Thanks to his analytical thinking and ability to handle pressure, Ensan gradually began to participate in tournaments and build his career as a professional player.

Personal life and hobbies

Outside of poker, Ensan remains a man of simple values. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, focusing on charity work and supporting aspiring players by sharing his experiences. Hossein also has a passion for traveling, which helps him get inspired and stay motivated in the game.

Poker Career

Hossein Ensan started his poker career by playing in small local tournaments. In 2013, he first made a name for himself by posting consistent results in major tournaments. His first major win came in 2014 at the European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona, where he finished third in the Main Event out of 1,496 entrants for €652,000. This was the starting point for his professional career.

Winning the 2019 WSOP Main Event

The star moment of Hossein Ensan’s career was winning his longest poker session in the 2019 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event in Las Vegas. With a chip lead, holding over a third of all chips at the final table, Ensan was on his way to the title with confidence. The final hand against Italy’s Dario Sammartino was the highlight of the tournament. With cards K♥ K♣ Ensan took a decisive check-raise all-in, leaving his opponent with no chance. This victory earned him $10000000, making him the second German WSOP champion after Pius Heinz (2011). At the age of 55, Hossein became the oldest Main Event champion since 1999.

Style of play

Hossein is known for his friendly attitude at the table and analytical approach to the game. He believes that successful poker is not only about luck, but also about a deep understanding of strategy and the ability to read your opponents. Ensan emphasizes the importance of discipline and patience to achieve consistent results.

Total income

As of November 2024, Hossein Ensan’s total live tournament winnings exceed $14107900. This figure makes him one of the most successful players in Germany and on the world stage.

Ensan continues to compete in major tournaments, confirming his status as an elite player and inspiring beginners and experienced poker players alike.

Live Poker Achievements

Stats on major achievements in live poker tournaments:

2014: finished 3rd in the European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona Main Event, winning €652667;
2015: Won the EPT Prague Main Event for €754510;
2017: won the WSOP Circuit Main Event at Rozvadov, earning €184812;
2019: Became the champion of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event in Las Vegas, winning $10000000 and a gold bracelet;
2019: Finished 3rd in the €25500 Platinum High Roller at WSOP Europe, winning €251837.

Online Poker Achievements

Hossein Ensan, known for his success in live poker tournaments, is not an active online poker player and has no known profile. In an interview, he mentioned that he prefers the atmosphere of live games and rarely participates in online competitions. Therefore, he has no significant achievements in online poker.

Top Five Career Cashes Prizes

You can see the biggest player’s earnings in the table below.

Date	Tournament	Place	Prize money
July 2019	WSOP Main Event, Las Vegas	1-е	$10000000
December 2015	EPT Prague Main Event	1-е	€754510
August 2014	EPT Barcelona Main Event	3-е	€652667
October 2019	€25,500 Platinum High Roller, WSOP Europe, Rozvadov	3-е	€251837
March 2017	WSOP Circuit Main Event, Rozvadov	1-е	€184812

Hossein Ensan Socials

Hossein Ensan, known for his success in live poker tournaments, is not an active social media user. He prefers to keep his personal life private and does not maintain public accounts on popular platforms like Twitter. Therefore, there are no official pages or profiles for Hossein Ensan on socials. There is a player profile on Instagram (@hosseinensanpoker), but it is private.