Song Yadong

January 9, 2024
Mixed Martial Artist

Quick Facts

Song Yadong
Full Name Song Yadong
Occupation Mixed Martial Artist
Date Of Birth Dec 2, 1997(1997-12-02)
Age 27
Birthplace Harbin
Country China
Horoscope Sagittarius

Song Yadong Biography

Name Song Yadong
Birthday Dec 2
Birth Year 1997
Place Of Birth Harbin
Birth Country China
Birth Sign Sagittarius

Song Yadong is one of the most popular and richest Mixed Martial Artist who was born on December 2, 1997 in Harbin, China. Song Yadong (Chinese: Song Ya Dong born on December 2 1997) is a Chinese mixed martial artist that competes as a bantamweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As as of May 11, 2020 Song Yadong is ranked 14th on the UFC bantamweight rankings.

In his third UFC combat, Song took on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor as well as Muay Thai fighter, Felipe Arantes on June 23, 2018 in UFC Fight Night: Cowboy and. Edwards in Singapore. After a solid first round, featuring Song hitting quick counter-punches and gaining top control after landing an Arantes kick The second round was similar action however, Arantes hit for a double-leg which ended with Song effortlessly kicking it out by Arantes who, once more, landed on his back, with Song trying to choke his arm. However, with only an hour remaining in the second half of the round, Arantes was in a position to get up before returning on his feet. Ten seconds later in the round Arantes was being pushed up against the fence. It appeared to be a second round was ended up being taken through Song; Song landed a brutal elbow that caused Arantes to collapse onto his knees. This forced the referee to leap in and put the fight to bed by declaring Song the winner by way of a technical knockout at 4:59 in Round 2. In the aftermath of this victory, Song received the Performance of the Night bonus, which brought him an additional $50,000.

Song was scheduled to face Alejandro Pérez on March 2, 2019 at UFC 235. However, it was reported on January 11, 2019 that he pulled out due to an undisclosed reason. He was replaced by Cody Stamann. The bout with Pérez was rescheduled and eventually took place on July 6, 2019 at UFC 239. Song won the fight via knockout in the first round. This win earned him the Performance of the Night award.

Song faced Marlon Vera in a featherweight bout on May 16, 2020 at UFC on ESPN: Overeem vs. Harris. He won the fight via unanimous decision. Both participants earned the Fight of the Night award.

Song was scheduled to fight Frankie Saenz on 24 November 2018 at UFC Fight Night 141. But, it was reported on the 7th of November that he had pulled out of the fight due to injuries and had to be replaced by the newcomer Vince Morales. The fight was won by an unanimous decision.

Song Yadong Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income Mixed Martial Artist
House Living in own house.

Song Yadong is one of the richest Mixed Martial Artist from China. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Song Yadong 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

When he was 10 years old, Song was first taken to the city of Dengfeng through his mom to learn the martial art of Wushu. Song was able to earn an award of gold during the Hebei Sanshou Championships at 60 kg. At 12 years old, Song discovered the martial art of Sanda and then went on to learn Sanda in the School of Songjiang Wu. Then, Song later went to the Beijing Aohalin Fight Club to begin learning Mixed Martial Arts under Ao Hailin. Song made his debut on the professional circuit in 2013, when he fought in various promotions, including Kunlun Fight and One Fighting Championship.

In November of 2017 it was announced Song Yadong would step in at short notice to take on the first Indian fighter in the UFC and a fellow debutante, Bharat Kandare in UFC Fight Night: Bisping against. Gastelum in Shanghai, China. Song’s UFC debut was held on November 25 on the 25th of November, 2017. Song was able to land fast counter punches combination punches, powerful leg kicks. However, towards the close of the 4th minute Song struck an uppercut which knocked Khandare off and caused Khandare to try to grab Song’s legs in order in an attempt to secure an uppercut, but it wasn’t a successful attempt , and Song was in a position to get an upper choke. This gave Song an impressive first UFC victory and his third victory by submission.

Song faced Cody Stamann on December 7, 2019 at UFC on ESPN 7. After three round fight, the fight ended with a majority draw.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Height 5 ft 8 in
Weight 61 kg

Song Yadong height 5 ft 8 in Song weight 61 kg & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Song Yadong Dating?

According to our records, Song Yadong is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Song Yadong’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Song Ranked on the list of most popular Mixed Martial Artist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in China. Song Yadong celebrates birthday on December 2 of every year.

Top Facts about Song Yadong

  1. Song Yadong is a Chinese mixed martial artist.
  2. He was born on December 20, 1997.
  3. Yadong fights in the bantamweight division of the UFC.
  4. He has a professional record of 16 wins and 5 losses.
  5. Yadong made his UFC debut in November 2017.
  6. He has won Performance of the Night award twice in UFC.
  7. Yadong’s fighting style includes striking and grappling techniques.
  8. His nickname is “The Kung Fu Monkey”.
  9. Yadong trains at Team Alpha Male in California, USA.
  10. He is considered one of China’s top MMA prospects.

Is Song Yadong ranked?

Song Yadong ranked No. 9 with Pedro Munhoz in the UFC bantamweight rankings. I think Yadong should clearly be ranked ahead of Munhoz who shot up the rankings after defeating Cody Garbrandt in March of 2019.

Who is Song Yadong coach?

The 24-year-old fighter from China trains out of Team Alpha Male in Sacramento, Calif., where he works under longtime coach Urijah Faber.

What ethnicity is Kyler Phillips?

Kyler J. Phillips
Nationality| American
Height| 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Weight| 135 lb (61 kg; 9 st 9 lb)
Division| Bantamweight

What weight class is Yadong?

Song Yadong
Weight| 135 lb (61 kg; 9.6 st)
Division| Bantamweight
Reach| 67 in (170 cm)
Fighting out of| Sacramento, California, United States

Where is Drew Dober from?

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