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Xiong Yao Lim (listed in databases as Yao Lim Xiong) is a Singaporean professional poker player who has quickly emerged as a consistent performer in the Southeast Asian tournament circuit, particularly within the Poker Dream series.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With total live earnings of approximately $1,648, Xiong Yao Lim is a developing talent currently ranked among the top 1,500 players on the Singapore All Time Money List. His breakout campaign in 2025 saw him secure multiple deep runs in high-volume regional fields.
His career-best score to date came in August 2025 at Poker Dream 18 Malaysia, where he finished 25th in the Mystery Bounty event for $1,040 (RM 4,400). Earlier that year, he recorded a 7th place finish in the Mystery Bounty Turbo at Poker Dream 15 Malaysia, earning $608. These results have contributed to a rising Global Poker Index (GPI) rank, where he currently sits at #106,037 globally.
For a detailed breakdown of his tournament history, you can view the Yao Lim Xiong Hendon Mob Profile.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Singapore, Lim is a regular traveler to the major poker hubs of Southeast Asia, with a primary focus on events held at Resorts World Genting in Malaysia. He began recording official tournament cashes in early 2025, quickly establishing himself as a fixture in the Poker Dream festival circuit. His rapid accumulation of results over the last 12 months reflects the increasing participation of Singaporean players in the booming Asian live poker scene.
Play Style & Strategy
Lim is recognized for his proficiency in No Limit Hold’em turbo and bounty formats. His success in Mystery Bounty tournaments—where he has secured his two largest career cashes—suggests a strategy that effectively balances aggressive chip accumulation with the mathematical adjustments required for bounty-heavy prize pools. As a rising mid-stakes grinder, his ability to navigate large fields of several hundred entries demonstrates significant patience and solid tournament fundamentals.
