Originally from the Lake District, UK, I’ve spent the last few years living and breathing the Southeast Asian poker circuit. Since 2025, I’ve been a fixture on the floor at the APT, PokerStars, and WSOP events, serving as a lead reporter and media specialist for Somuchpoker. My work is about more than just recording action; I manage the social media and digital content that brings action rail to the fans. By combining a business education and creative background, I aim to look past the technical hand histories to capture the actual human grit and drama that happens during a deep run.

Updated: 2026.04.13

Wei Xiong Daniel Chin (often listed as Daniel Wei Xiong Chin) is a highly accomplished Malaysian professional poker player who has become a major force on the Asian tournament circuit. He is currently ranked 53rd on the Malaysia All Time Money List.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With total live earnings of $286,237, Daniel Chin has established himself as a elite competitor in both large-field Main Events and high-stakes specialist tournaments. His career-best live score of $80,115 highlights his ability to perform under the highest pressure.

Key tournament highlights include:

Poker Dream 19 Malaysia (2025): Captured the title in the Heads Up (Cap 32) event for $7,600 (MYR 5,000 buy-in), showcasing his technical proficiency in one-on-one play.
Poker Dream 17 Malaysia (2025): Secured a 10th-place finish in the Super High Roller for $13,600 (MYR 30,000 buy-in).
Poker Dream 20 Malaysia (2026): Reached the final table and finished 2nd in a No Limit Hold’em side event for $2,800.
World Series of Poker (WSOP) (2019): Demonstrated his versatility with multiple cashes in Las Vegas, including a 50th-place finish in the $1,500 Pot Limit Omaha event.

For a full breakdown of his tournament history, you can view the Daniel Wei Xiong Chin Hendon Mob Profile.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Malaysia, where he maintains his residence, Daniel Chin has been active in the poker world for over a decade. While his early results date back to 2008 in the United States, he has since returned to focus on the booming Asian market, becoming one of the most recognizable faces at Resorts World Genting and on the Poker Dream tour. His steady rise through the rankings saw him cross the $100,000 earnings milestone in 2024, a year in which he earned over $120,000 in live prizes alone.

Play Style & Strategy

Chin is widely regarded as a highly technical player with a significant edge in mixed game formats and Heads Up play. His successful transition between No Limit Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha—evidenced by his deep runs at the WSOP—marks him as a versatile strategist who understands complex betting structures. In tournament play, he is known for a calculated and patient approach, a style that has allowed him to maintain a remarkably high “In The Money” (ITM) rate in massive fields like the Malaysia Open. His ability to navigate high-stakes Super High Roller fields against top international professionals further solidifies his reputation as a disciplined and formidable opponent.