Lee-Ann Christine Hia

Lee-Ann Christine Hia is a Malaysian poker player from Kuala Lumpur. her total live tournament earnings exceed $139,000, with a largest cash of $22,349. She has consistently performed in international events, particularly in Australia and the United States.

2018 Sydney Championships Ladies Event Champion

In July 2018, Hia won Event #2: A$330 Ladies Event at the Sydney Championships, earning A$7,353 ($5,432). She defeated a field of 70 runners, overcoming a 5:2 chip deficit heads-up against Rebecca Kinnane. The key hand saw her all-in with ace-queen holding against pocket eights, flopping an ace and rivering a queen to seal the victory. This marked her third title at The Star Poker Room, following previous wins in WSOP Sydney events.

WSOP Circuit Cashes

Hia has multiple cashes in WSOP Circuit events:

• 2018 WSOP Circuit – The Star Sydney – Event #6: A$1,800 Pot-Limit Omaha 6-Handed – 12th place for A$4,821.
• 2018 WSOP Circuit – The Star Sydney – Event #12: A$550 Pot-Limit Omaha – 17th place for A$1,401.
• 2017 WSOP Circuit – Harrah's Cherokee – Event #10: $1,675 No-Limit Hold'em Main Event – 18th place for $15,131.

World Series of Poker

At the 2017 WSOP, Hia cashed in Event #19: THE GIANT – $365 No-Limit Hold'em, finishing 1,019th out of 10,015 entries for $652.

Other Notable Results

• 2022 Poker Dream – Resorts World Genting – Main Event (Event #14) – 18th place for RM21,600.

Based on tournament reports, Hia displays a composed and resilient style. In her Ladies Event victory, she navigated the final table quietly and then battled back from a chip deficit heads-up, demonstrating patience and the ability to seize key opportunities.

Lee-Ann Christine Hia is one of Malaysia's most successful female poker players, with consistent results across multiple countries and formats. Her achievements highlight the growing presence of Malaysian players on the international poker scene.