Kar Hou Lim

Kar Hou Lim is a professional poker player from Malaysia, currently ranked #39379 in the world according to the Global Poker Index. He has accumulated total live tournament earnings of approximately $17,968 through appearances in the Poker Dream series.

2025 Poker Dream Malaysia 15 – Main Event

Lim’s standout performance came in January 2025 at the Poker Dream Malaysia 15 Main Event held at Resorts World Genting. He finished 8th out of 1,992 entries, earning RM68,500 (approximately $15,215). This represents his largest recorded cash to date.

2023 Poker Dream 7 Vietnam – Main Event

In October 2023, Lim participated in the Poker Dream 7 Vietnam Main Event at Hoiana Hotel & Golf, where he placed 42nd out of 1,351 players, winning ₫67,000,000 (approximately $2,800).

Lim has attended two Poker Dream events, cashing in one of them. His total reported live earnings on Somuchpoker are $15,215 in the Asia-Pacific region, while WSOP.com records show total cashes of $17,968 across two in-the-money finishes. He has one final table appearance (8th place in 2025).

While specific playing style details are not publicly documented, Lim’s results in large-field events suggest a disciplined approach capable of surviving deep runs. His ability to reach the final table of a 1,992-player tournament indicates strong tournament fundamentals and patience.

Kar Hou Lim is one of the few Malaysian players making their mark in the Asian poker circuit, primarily through the Poker Dream series. He has not yet appeared in major international series such as the WSOP or WPT Main Events.