Xiaosheng Zheng 🇨🇳

Mr. Zheng, from China, has become one of the most active players on the modern poker circuit. He transitioned from a regional specialist to a top global player, frequently appearing in major tournaments in Cambodia, Vietnam, South Korea, and Cyprus. His rapid rise is reflected in his ranking on the all-time Chinese poker money list, currently at number 29. Mr. Zheng's passion for poker is evident in his extremely high tournament frequency, effortlessly switching between high-stakes tournaments and various prestigious events.

Zheng is known for his meticulous and technically sophisticated tournament strategy, which enables him to excel in both smaller elite events and major tournaments. During his victory at the WPT Cambodia, he demonstrated remarkable resilience, repeatedly regaining the chip lead in heads-up matches spanning 200 hands. He is particularly adept at ICM strategy at the final table, knowing when to apply pressure and when to adopt a more conservative approach to steadily improve. His ability to defeat experienced international professionals like Michael O'Neill and Julian Sitbonn to win major tournaments makes him one of the most formidable players currently active in the Asian tournament scene.

According to Hendon Mob, Zheng Xiaosheng's career total winnings amount to $2,296,845. His most significant achievement came in February 2026 at the World Poker Tour (WPT) Cambodia Championship held at the NagaWorld casino in Phnom Penh. In a $3,500 buy-in tournament, Zheng Xiaosheng emerged victorious from a field of 425 players to win his first WPT title. In heads-up play, he reached an ICM deal with his opponent, ultimately taking home a whopping $244,500 in prize money and the championship trophy. In addition, he has won several other major tournaments. In July 2025, he won the IPO Masters in Cyprus, earning $225,000, which remains one of his highest-grossing single tournament wins to date. Jung Hyo-saeng has also achieved significant success in South Korea, notably finishing third in the $1,100 8-max event at the WSOP International Circuit - WSOPC Cyprus, winning $57,000, and winning the final event of the Red Dragon Poker Tour - RDPT Jeju Island, taking home 19,018,000 won (approximately $13,700). His consistency in the Asian market is also evident in his outstanding performances at the Asian Poker Tour - APT Jeju and the Vietnam Poker Tour - VPT Championships.