China’s ‘Kung Fu Kid’ Shocks the UFC With Stunning Upset

China’s ‘Kung Fu Kid’ Shocks the UFC With Stunning Upset

China’s Song Yadong has shocked the MMA world after producing a spectacular upset at UFC Shanghai.

The Chinese fighter knocked out heavily favoured Russian contender Umar Nurmagomedov with a vicious uppercut in the second round on August 29.

Song landed the fight-changing punch at 1:48 of the second round, ending the contest in dramatic fashion and sending the home crowd into celebration.

The victory is one of the biggest moments of Song’s UFC career and further strengthens his position among the division’s top contenders.

Known as the “Kung Fu Kid,” Song has built a reputation as one of China’s leading MMA fighters and is now looking closer than ever to a potential UFC title opportunity.

His latest victory has also sparked a bigger question among fans: Can Song Yadong become China’s next UFC champion?

For now, the “Kung Fu Kid” has certainly made his statement.