Mark Hansheng Sia

Mark Hansheng Sia (also known as Mark Sia or Sia Hansheng Mark) is a Malaysian professional poker player who has built a reputation for resilience and steady performance in the Asian tournament scene. His results span several major series including Poker Dream, Asian Poker Tour (APT), Asia Poker Championship (APC), and Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT).

Sia first made notable appearances in 2024 during the Poker Dream 9 series in Malaysia. He cashed in multiple events:

• Main Event: 90th place out of 2,096 entries
• Mystery Bounty: 28th place out of 569 entries
• Mystery Bounty Turbo: 10th place out of 218 entries
• Turbo: 3rd place out of 74 entries (earning significant points)
• Monster Stack: 42nd place out of 764 entries

These results showcased his ability to navigate large fields and adapt to different tournament formats.

Sia continued to excel in Poker Dream main events, chalking up several deep runs:

• Poker Dream 17 Malaysia Open (April 2025): 15th place out of 1,596 entries, prize $3,225
• Poker Dream 18 Main Event (August 2025): 46th place out of 1,974 entries, prize $3,300 (RM 13,900)
• Poker Dream 20 Main Event (February 2026): 156th place out of 1,570 entries, prize $1,500 (RM 5,800)
• Poker Dream 21 Main Event (April 2026): 29th place out of 1,572 entries, prize $4,790 (RM 18,600) – his biggest single cash to date.

These finishes highlight his ability to consistently navigate deep fields, often lasting into the final stages.

Sia has also ventured beyond Malaysia, competing in Taiwan and other regional stops:

• APT Championship Taipei 2025 – Mini Main Event: 93rd out of 1,603 entries, prize $3,000
• APT Championship Taipei 2025 – online poker Cup Freezeout: 67th out of 490 entries, prize $4,800 (buy-in 93,000 TWD)
• APC Taiwan 2025 – First Open: 5th place out of 130 entries, prize $2,015
• TMT Championship 2025 – Kick-Off: 11th place out of 443 entries, prize $1,830

These results demonstrate his versatility in adapting to different buy-in levels and structures, from freezeouts to multi-day events.

According to WSOP.com records, Sia has recorded five cashes in online bracelet events, all from Poker Dream series held at Resorts World Genting. His best online cash came in April 2026 with a 29th-place finish in the Main Event (RM 18,600), totaling $15,255 in online earnings.

While specific details about Sia’s playing style are not widely documented, his tournament record suggests a disciplined, methodical approach. He consistently performs in large-field events, often surviving deep into the money rounds. His ability to cash in more than 10 live events over a two-year period (with an in-the-money rate of 100% in some series) underscores a strong fundamental game and mental fortitude.

As of 2026, Mark Hansheng Sia’s total live tournament earnings are estimated at over $22,000 according to Somuchpoker, with his largest live cash reaching $4,790. Although he has yet to capture a major title, his consistent results have made him a recognized figure in the Malaysian poker community and a regular on the Asian poker circuit.

Sia’s journey exemplifies the value of persistence and adaptability in tournament poker. For aspiring players, his steady accumulation of cashes serves as a blueprint for building a sustainable career in the competitive world of live poker.