The World Poker Federation (WPF) has officially announced that the first-ever WPF Asia Nations Cup will be hosted by the Asian Poker Sports Association (APSA) and held from October 21 to 25, 2025, at the Asia Poker Arena in Taipei, Taiwan.
This historic event marks a new chapter for poker in Asia and celebrates the game’s recognition as a mind sport by the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA).
WPF Asia Nations Cup 2025
The WPF Asia Nations Cup 2025 will bring together national teams from across Asia to compete in an international-standard team format. The continent’s top players will unite not only to showcase their individual poker skills but also to embody teamwork and national pride on one of Asia’s most prestigious stages.
Tournament Highlights
- National Team Competition:Teams from various Asian countries will compete for the ultimate honor — the title of the first-ever Asia Nations Cup Champion.
- Individual Awards:In addition to team glory, outstanding players will be recognized with Best Male Player and Best Female Player awards, supported by official sponsors.
- Historic Significance:This will be the world’s first WPF Nations Cup, setting a new benchmark for future continental and global-level events.
World Poker Federation – WPF Women’s Weekend / WPF Women’s Championship
Following the Nations Cup, the World Poker Federation (WPF) will host the WPF Women’s Weekend – WPF Women’s Championship from October 23 to 24, 2025.
Buy-in: NT$8,000
Guaranteed Prize Pool: NT$1,000,000
As a global women’s poker event, it will serve as an important celebration of female players in the sport, offering a high-level competitive platform for women to display their talent, influence, and achievements in poker.
“This is more than just a tournament — it’s a milestone for Asian poker.”
— Raymond Wong, Secretary-General of the Asian Poker Sports Association (APSA)
“The Nations Cup embodies competitive and sporting spirit across nations, while the Women’s Championship reflects our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the globalization of poker.”
Partnerships & Support
Both the WPF Asia Nations Cup and the WPF Women’s Championship are supported by some of Asia’s most prominent tournament brands, including:
Taiwan Millions Tournament Championship (TMT Championship)
Asian Poker Tour (APT)
Asia Poker League (APL)
Their partnership and sponsorship make these prestigious events and awards possible.
TMT Championship – October 17–27, 2025
Running concurrently, the TMT Championship 2025 will take place from October 17 to 27, 2025.
Alongside the WPF Asia Nations Cup and WPF Women’s Weekend, this festival will create a remarkable international showcase in Taiwan — highlighting not only the thriving development of poker across Asia but also Taiwan’s growing strength and appeal in both sports and tourism.
Red Dragon Poker APP Officially Launched
The long-established tournament brand Red Dragon Cup has now released its own app — “Red Dragon Poker.”
The Red Dragon Cup is a well-known Asian poker brand with a strong reputation across the region. Originating in Macau, it quickly became one of the most influential poker events in Asia. Red Dragon Poker tournaments regularly attract players from all over the world, offering massive fields and impressive prize pools.
For those interested, we highly recommend downloading the “Red Dragon Poker” app to join more exciting tournaments.