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Ricky Huang is a professional poker player from Australia who has quickly ascended the ranks of the Asian tournament circuit. Known for his technical precision in high-stakes environments, he has become a formidable presence in prestigious series such as the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series .
Career Earnings & Rankings
According to The Hendon Mob, Ricky Huang has amassed over $402,525 in total live tournament earnings. He currently holds the 251st position on the Australia All Time Money List and reached a career-high Global Poker Index (GPI) ranking of 4,491st in the world during October 2025.
His career-best live cash of $219,543 was achieved in September 2025 at the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Jeju, where he finished as the runner-up in the KRW 35,000,000 No Limit Hold’em SuperStar Challenge.
The year 2025 has been a definitive breakout season for Huang, yielding multiple six-figure scores and podium finishes in elite fields. His recent triumphs and good records include:
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Runner-up, APT Jeju SuperStar Challenge (September 2025) for $218,700 (₩ 308,320,000).
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Runner-up, APT Manila Classic Super High Roller (February 2025) for $148,300 (₱ 8,632,000).
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114th Place, Triton One Jeju Main Event (September 2025) for $14,900.
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19th Place, APT Taipei Baby Superstar Challenge (May 2025) for $9,200 (NT$ 299,000).
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113th Place, APT Taipei Main Event (April 2025) for $5,310 (NT$ 172,500).
His performance at the APT Manila Classic was particularly notable, where Ricky Li Qi Huang outlasted the majority of an 81-entry elite field in the Super High Roller event to secure a payout of over $148,000.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Australia and currently residing there, Ricky Huang has transitioned from a regional player to a prolific regular on the international high-stakes stage. While he is a mainstay of the Asian Poker Tour (APT), his professional reach includes participation in the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series, where he has begun competing against the world’s most elite professionals. His rapid ascent in the rankings is evidenced by his nearly $400,000 in winnings during the 2025 calendar year alone, accounting for the vast majority of his lifetime earnings.
Play Style & Strategy
Ricky Huang is known for a calculated and high-pressure tournament strategy, often excelling in “Super High Roller” and “SuperStar Challenge” formats where technical precision is paramount. During his runner-up finish at the 2025 APT Manila Classic Super High Roller, he demonstrated the elite tactical discipline required to navigate a field of high-stakes specialists. His strategic approach combines a disciplined understanding of No Limit Hold’em with the aggression needed to thrive in championship environments, a skill evidenced by his ability to consistently reach the final stages of the richest events on the Asian circuit.
