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Updated: 2025.12.20

Jie Zheng is a Chinese professional poker player known for his consistent deep runs in Southeast Asian majors, widely recognized as an elite regular on the Vietnam and South Korea circuits.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

According to The Hendon Mob, Jie Zheng has accumulated total live earnings of $296,597. His career-best live cash of $65,572 contributed significantly to his rise through the Chinese All-Time Money List rankings.

In 2025, Zheng has showcased remarkable form across several Asian festivals. His recent highlights include a 5th-place finish in the Korea National Cup at APT Jeju for $18,700 and a 14th-place finish in the Grand Loyal Poker Championship Hanoi Main Event for $9,400. He also reached the final two tables of the Main Event at the RPT Championship I 2025 , finishing 11th for $6,100. These consistent five-figure scores have solidified his reputation as a dangerous mid-to-high stakes competitor.

Jie Zheng (photo courtesy of Asian Poker Tour)

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from China, Zheng has established a nomadic lifestyle on the professional circuit, with recorded results spanning across Vietnam, Taiwan, and South Korea. He has built a specialized reputation in the Vietnamese market, frequently recording deep runs in major festivals in Hanoi and Phu Quoc.

Play Style & Strategy

Zheng is known for a calculated and disciplined play style, particularly excelling in large-field No Limit Hold’em championships. His recent success in national cup and championship formats demonstrates high levels of ICM awareness and the patience required to navigate massive fields. He is particularly effective at managing middle-stage stacks to ensure consistent deep runs in major festivals.

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