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Miyoung Cho is a professional poker player from South Korea who has emerged as a high-volume competitor in the Asian circuit, specifically within the Philippines and South Korean tournament scenes.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Miyoung Cho has total earnings of $150,171. Her most significant career score came in October 2025 at the Asia Pacific Poker Tour – APPT Manila Championship, where she finished 2nd in the PHP 500,000 APPT Super High Roller for PHP 3,310,000 (~$56,854).
Cho has secured multiple titles in the Philippines, including a victory at the Asian Poker Tour – APT Manila Classic 2025 in the PHP 12,000 Turbo – Double Stack for PHP 186,669 (~$3,233). In July 2025, she also took down the APPT Manila PHP 25,000 SuperStack for PHP 377,720 (~$6,612). Other notable results include a 23rd-place finish in the APT Jeju High Roller for KRW 12,780,000 (∼$9,086) and a 46th-place finish in the APT Manila Classic Main Event for PHP 190,000 (~$3,304).
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from South Korea and currently residing in Osaka, Japan, Cho has become a staple at major regional stops like the APT and APPT. While her career highlights are concentrated in Asia, she has also competed on the global stage, recording a cash at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas in 2023. Her rapid ascent in 2025, characterized by multiple final tables and high-stakes cashes in Manila and Jeju, marks her as one of the most active South Korean players currently grinding the live circuit.
Play Style & Strategy
Cho is known for an aggressive and highly adaptable play style, frequently transitioning between large-field Main Events and elite, small-field High Rollers. Her victory in the APT Turbo – Double Stack highlights her proficiency in fast-paced formats, while her runner-up finish in the APPT Super High Roller against a field of 32 entries demonstrates her ability to navigate complex ICM pressures against seasoned professionals. This versatility across different buy-in levels and tournament structures has been a key driver of her consistent results throughout 2025.
Kai Cocklin is Head of Live Poker at Somuchpoker, where he oversees the platform’s content, coverage, and partnerships across the Asia-Pacific region. He previously worked with PokerNews at major festivals including the World Series of Poker and the European Poker Tour, where he managed live reporting teams and helped develop new writers. He now leads Somuchpoker’s overall content direction, working closely with organizers to deliver consistent, high-quality coverage that connects with players both on-site and online.
