Nikhil Arcot
"Nik Airball"About
Nikhil "Nik Airball" Arcot is an American high-stakes cash game poker player and former investment banker known for his aggressive style and trash-talking on streams like Hustler Casino Live. He rose to fame in 2022 through appearances on HCL and other shows, polarizing the community with his bold personality despite modest tournament results. Arcot has been involved in high-profile feuds, including losing over $1M to Matt Berkey in a heads-up challenge.
Notable: Won $1.35M in the Hustler Casino Live Million Dollar Marathon (2025), setting records on High Stakes Poker
Partnership History
| Room | Role | Status | Started | Ended |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoinPoker | Ambassador | Active | - | Present |
Social Accounts
| Platform | Handle | Followers |
|---|---|---|
| X (Twitter) | @NikAirball | 27K |
| YouTube | @NikAirball | 420K |
Also at CoinPoker
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Sources
- Hendon Mob tournament results
- PokerInfluencers.com verified data, last checked 2026-06-30
- X (Twitter) @nikairball
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