Tsao Yu-ning (Chinese: 曹佑寧; pinyin: Cáo Yòuníng; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Chô Iū-lêng; born 24 April 1994) is a Taiwanese actor, best known for his portrayal of Akira in the 2014 sports film Kano.

Prior to his debut as an actor, Tsao was a professional baseball player, and played for Taiwan at international tournaments.

That same year, he was accepted by Fu Jen Catholic University and joined its baseball team.

[1]。 In 2013, Tsao was cast to star in the Taiwanese autobiographical baseball film Kano, directed by Umin Boya and produced by Wei Te-sheng.

[4]。 In 2017, Tsao left the Taiwanese team to focus on his acting career.