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Craig Daniel Jones is an English professional poker player who has rapidly ascended the ranks of the international circuit, particularly making a significant impact on the Asian poker scene throughout 2025. He is widely recognized for his high-volume play across diverse global markets, from the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas to major festivals in Southeast Asia.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Craig Daniel Jones has total earnings of $327,905. He currently ranks 559th on the England All Time Money List. His career-defining performance occurred in October 2025 at the Asia Pacific Poker Tour – APPT Manila Championship, where he finished 2nd in the PHP 165,000 APPT Championship for a career-best score of PHP 7,405,000 (~$126,842).
The 2025 season has been remarkably productive for Jones, marked by deep runs across multiple countries. In May 2025, he secured a runner-up finish in the Won Poker Cup III High Roller in Sihanoukville for $56,500 and won the APPT Cambodia $2,000 Mini High Roller for $15,087. He also found success in Laos at the Athena Poker Tournament – AAPT Athena Cup Series, where he placed 7th in the Main Event for $24,515 and won a Hyper Turbo Relax event. Additionally, he recorded a deep run at the WSOP in Las Vegas, cashing in the $777 Lucky 7’s event.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Poole, England, where he currently resides, Jones has transitioned into a global “circuit grinder” with a strong affinity for the Asian market. While his early career included recurring tournaments in the United Kingdom dating back to 2017, his activity exploded in 2023 and 2024 as he began competing at the APT, WPT Prime, and USOP in Vietnam and Cambodia. His breakthrough year in 2025, which saw him surpass the $100,000 and $300,000 career milestones, has established him as a premier mid-to-high stakes professional.
Play Style & Strategy
Jones is known for an adaptable and resilient tournament style, demonstrating technical proficiency in both No Limit Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha. His results in fast-paced Hyper Turbo events and deep-stacked Championship fields suggest a versatile strategic foundation. His runner-up finish in the APPT Manila Championship highlights his ability to navigate elite, massive fields while managing the intense ICM pressures of a major final table. This ability to switch gears between aggressive accumulation and disciplined preservation makes him a formidable opponent across the diverse tournament structures found in the modern game.
