Kai Cheng Hsu 🇹🇼

Originally from and currently residing in Taiwan, Hsu has steadily climbed the ranks of the Taiwan All Time Money List, where he is currently ranked 40th. He spent several years recording consistent results in local events like the Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT) and CTP weekly tournaments before transitioning to the international high-stakes scene. By 2025, his consistent presence at final tables in South Korea, Taiwan, and Las Vegas solidified his reputation as a top-tier regional competitor.

Hsu is known for a highly competitive and resilient tournament strategy, often excelling in elite, small-field High Roller events. His victory in the APT Single Day High Roller followed several “close calls,” demonstrating a capacity for late-stage adjustments and persistence under pressure. He is proficient in No Limit Hold’em and has shown a particular strength in Ultra Stack and Turbo formats, where his ability to navigate shifting chip leads and apply pressure on short stacks has led to numerous top-10 finishes.

Total Live Earnings: $521,898 (The Hendon Mob). Hsu’s 2025 season has been the most successful of his career, accounting for over $302,000 of his total winnings. Best Live Cash: Secured his largest career score of $59,383 (TWD 1,923,900) by winning his first major title in the APT Taipei Single Day High Roller in April 2025. Korea Poker Cup Series 2025: Finished 3rd in the KRW 6,000,000 No Limit Hold’em – High Roller in Jeju for $45,963. 56th World Series of Poker (WSOP): Recorded multiple cashes in Las Vegas, including the $2,500 No Limit Hold’em (Event #29) for $5,020 and the $1,500 Millionaire Maker for $3,010. 17th Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT): Finished 2nd in the Super High Roller in January 2025 for $34,957 (NT$ 1,102,100).