On December 2, 1997, Song Yadong was born in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China. He is a Chinese mixed martial artist who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s Bantamweight division. He is ranked #10 in the UFC. Below are some fascinating facts about him that will assist you in discovering more about him.

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Song Yadong

1. He Was Raised By A Single Mother

Song, who was raised by a single mother, was enrolled in a Sanda martial arts school when he was nine years old. At the age of 13, Song ultimately started learning mixed martial arts. ^[1]

2. His Cute Little Family

Song and his wife have a son, Dustin Manhattan. He hasn’t revealed much about his wife on his social media but once mentioned her in an interview.

3. Childhood Of Song

Song’s mother initially sent him to the city of Dengfeng when he was 10 years old to pursue the martial art of Wushu. At the age of 12, Song discovered the martial art of Sanda and later enrolled in the School of Songjiang Wu to learn it. Song eventually went on to win a gold medal.

4. His UFC Debut

Song made his UFC debut on November 25, 2017. Khandare was taken down by Song’s right hand at the end of the fourth minute, earning Song his first UFC victory and third victory by submission.

5. He Has A Successful Career

He is the #14 ranked Bantamweight fighter in the world and is a member of Team Alpha Male. He now competes in the UFC and has a professional record of 18 wins, 6 defeats, and 1 draw. On May 18, 2013, he made his professional debut against Wuheng Zhao.

6. Obsessed With Kung Fu

Song Yadong was so enamored with Chinese martial arts that he persuaded his mother to send him off to Shaolin to study under the legendary kung fu masters, at the age of 9. He said, “I traveled to Shaolin and practiced there, rising at five every morning. I had no idea it would be so difficult.” ^[2]

7. A Desperate And Impatient Teenager

Song utilized a fake ID card to persuade local promotions that he was 18 and could fight legally when he was just 15 years old because he was so intent on becoming a professional MMA fighter. Fortunately, he wasn’t caught.

8. He Is Eager To Learn More

Song said that he still has a lot to do and many skills to develop. He said, “My goal is to prevail one battle at a time”.