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Updated: 2025.12.24

Yu Ning Cheng is a professional poker player from China. As of late 2025, he has established himself as a high-volume regular on the Asian tournament circuit. He is particularly well-known for his consistent performance in South Korea and Vietnam, where he has recorded numerous deep runs in major series such as the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and the World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime.

Career Earnings & Ranking

As of December 2025, Yu Ning Cheng has built a substantial professional resume through consistent “In The Money” (ITM) finishes:

Total Live Earnings: 46,454 USD (The Hendon Mob)
Best Live Cash: 19,947 USD
China All-Time Money List: 598th
Global Poker Index (GPI) Ranking: 4,324th

2025 Season: The “Asian Circuit” Excellence

The 2025 season has been a year of intense volume for Cheng, marked by several final table appearances and deep runs in elite fields.

APT Taipei (April 2025): Recorded a massive result in the 110,000 TWD High Roller – 8-Max, finishing 4th for 26,762 USD (868,000 TWD). This remains his career-best score and highlights his ability to compete at the highest levels of the regional circuit.
WPT Prime Vietnam, Hanoi (May 2025): Demonstrated his versatility in major international fields, finishing 16th in the Mystery Bounty for 2,150 USD and securing a cash in the WPT Prime Main Event.
Jeju Poker Festival (November 2025): Continued his dominance in South Korea with multiple cashes, including a deep run in the Mystery Bounty event for 3,450 USD.
APT Jeju (September 2025): Showcased high-level consistency by cashing in both the Double Stack and the Midnight Tick-Tock events.

Playing Style & Technical Profile

Residing in China, Cheng is recognized as a technically sound “High Roller” regular who excels in structures that reward aggressive post-flop play.

His play style is characterized by:

High Roller Proficiency: His 4th-place finish in the APT Taipei High Roller suggests he is comfortable playing against the top professional talent in Asia, maintaining composure under the pressure of “Action Clock” environments.
Volume-Based Consistency: With over 60 recorded career cashes, Cheng is known for his relentless schedule. His ability to maintain a high ITM (In The Money) percentage across different countries indicates a very adaptable and durable strategy.
Short-Handed Mastery: Success in 8-Max and 6-Max formats throughout 2024 and 2025 points to a player who understands range construction in wider, more aggressive scenarios.