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Che Li Lin is a professional poker player from Taiwan who has established himself as a highly successful "grinder" and high-volume competitor on the Asian circuit. As of late 2025, he has achieved significant financial milestones, recently surpassing USD 270,000 in career earnings and becoming a regular final table threat in major series across Taiwan, South Korea, and the Philippines.
Career Earnings & Ranking
As of December 2025, Che Li Lin has ascended into the upper echelon of the Taiwanese professional standings:
Total Live Earnings: USD 270,697 (The Hendon Mob)
Best Live Cash: USD 18,655, achieved during the 2022 World Series of Poker (WSOP).
Taiwan All-Time Money List: 306th
Global Poker Index (GPI) Ranking: 87,148th (Current)
2025 Season: The "Championship" Breakthrough
The 2025 season has been a landmark year for Lin, marked by elite field navigation in some of the most prestigious events in Asia.
APT Championship Taipei (Nov 2025): Recorded one of the most impressive results for a Taiwanese local this year, finishing 17th in the APT Championship Main Event for USD 54,000 (NT$ 1.7M+). This deep run in a 671-entry field solidified his reputation as a "Main Event" specialist.
APT Manila Classic (Feb 2025): Demonstrated his versatility in mixed-game formats, finishing 4th in the NL Hold'em / PL Omaha event for USD 1,600. He also recorded a strong 36th place finish in the APT Manila Main Event.
18th Taiwan Millions Tournament (July 2025): Maintained his domestic dominance with multiple cashes:
39th place in the Master Event for USD 1,646.
466th place in the massive TMT Main Event for USD 799.
Zodiac Series of Poker II (Sept 2025): Captured a top-tier score by finishing 5th in the Zodiac Pig Double Stack for USD 4,878.
Playing Style & Background
Residing in Taiwan, Lin is a veteran of the Chinese Texas Hold'em Poker Club (CTP) and a familiar face at the Asia Poker Arena.
His play style is characterized by:
Elite Field Endurance: His ability to reach the late stages of fields exceeding 600 entries (APT Championship) and thousands (TMT Main Event) indicates a sophisticated understanding of ICM (Independent Chip Model) and "bubble" survival.
Mixed-Game Versatility: His success in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) and mixed NLH/PLO formats—including multiple WSOP cashes in these variants—marks him as a more well-rounded player than the typical hold'em-only specialist.
Global Experience: Unlike many regional regulars, Lin has a proven track record in Las Vegas, with significant cashes at the WSOP, which has likely contributed to a more disciplined and international style of play.
About the Editor
Callum Jury is Somuchpoker's Live Content and Social Media Specialist, reporting live from WSOP and Asia Pacific poker festivals including the APT and PokerStars LIVE series. Originally from the Lake District in the UK, he has covered the Southeast Asian poker circuit since 2025, combining day-by-day tournament reporting with the social and digital content that brings the action to fans.