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Updated: 2025.12.16

Yi Ma (also known as Ma Yi or “Cameron”) is a Chinese professional poker player known for his impressive results in both international festivals like the WSOP and major Asian tournament circuits.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

With around $700,000 in total live earnings, according to The Hendon Mob, Yi Ma is currently ranked 115th on the China All-Time Money List and has surpassed the $500,000 career milestone.

His career-best live cash of $214,047 came from a 4th place finish in the $1,000 Mini Main Event at the 2019 World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas. Other recent significant scores include a 3rd place finish in the KRW 1,600,000 Main Event at Poker Dream 16 in Jeju, South Korea, in February 2025, for ~$111,050 (KRW 159,950,000). He also has cashes in major Asian circuits like the APT and various high-stakes tournaments in China. These consistent deep runs significantly contribute to his poker net worth.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from China, Yi Ma currently resides in Kowloon, China. His tournament record spans several continents, showcasing his transition from a strong regional player, with results dating back to 2016 in China and Taiwan, to a respected competitor on the global stage. He has a history of performance in major Chinese series like the CPG and TPC, and now frequently appears at high-profile international stops like the WSOP and the Asian Poker Tour (APT) in South Korea.

Play Style & Strategy

Ma has demonstrated an aggressive play style, earning him a place among the chip leaders in major events like the 2019 WSOP Mini Main Event. He is a highly consistent player on the domestic circuit, with a number of cashes in the CPG China Championship. His success in both large-field events in the US and the demanding Asian High Roller environment suggests strong technical skills and an ability to make deep, profitable runs in various tournament structures.

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