If you've seen the show "Human Weapon," you've seen Yoddecha. Many know him as the famous Muay Thai champion from the legendary Sityodtong camp, but not many know of his incredible story. Coming from an abusive household, Yoddecha Sidyodtong left home when he was 7 years old. Before he would eventually become a Muay Thai champion, Yoddecha had once been enslaved in a child smuggling ring where he was made to peddle food on the streets, and beaten up when the day’s earnings were too little. This went on for 3 years until he eventually escaped. Muay Thai and Sityodtong gym saved his life. But Yoddecha didn’t manage to find his way home until almost 10 years later. By then, his family thought he had died. This is Yoddecha’s harrowing story of how a poor kid who was constantly bullied and beaten eventually triumphed the odds and became a Muay Thai champion. ----------------------------------- This project is part of a documentary series with Human of Fighting. Follow us on Facebook to see more intimate conversations with legends of the sport: facebook.com/HumansOfFighting/ ----------------------------------- Check out my upcoming book Legendary Striking (60 pages free): www.legendarystriking.com If you'd like to see the exclusive tips and additional details, sign up to my mailing list. Website: www.lawrencekenshin.com Patreon: patreon.com/lawrencekenshin Instagram: instagram.com/strikingbreakdowns Facebook: facebook.com/lawrencekenshinbreakdowns First Book: www.strikingtechniques.com Free Saenchai Book: lawrencekenshin.com/saenchai

@Hahahaha10188

4 жыл бұрын

Lawrence Kenshin, he was my teacher and all I can say he is a humble and caring Kru I have ever meet. Thank u for featuring my Kru 🙏🙏

@bur3aawik141

4 жыл бұрын

Kenshin keep us updated if he ever starts a gym in the UK. Would love to meet him and get a training session with him. 👍

@Hahahaha10188

4 жыл бұрын

Bur3aawi K1, I heard he open a gym in London already.

@bur3aawik141

4 жыл бұрын

@@Hahahaha10188 seriously, what's the name of the gym and do you know where in London

@Hahahaha10188

4 жыл бұрын

Bur3aawi K1, ya I heard from one of grainier partners. I heard was outskirts of London but I am not sure. Let me check and I will get back to u

He's so humble. Every win he talks about, he talks about how lucky he was, instead of saying that he worked hard and stuff. Because this man clearly did work hard.

@rffg781

4 жыл бұрын

Good point - you almost never hear that actually...

@njuey

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I noticed that also. Eventough we know this man is strong for a reason not just luck. True people's champ

@arthurheichz4709

3 жыл бұрын

Why thais are naturally humble? All of them. I don't stand also That's why I love Muay Thai

@poopsanchez6449

3 жыл бұрын

@@arthurheichz4709 As a thai person, this is not true. Not all of us.

@arthurheichz4709

3 жыл бұрын

@@poopsanchez6449 I'm Thai too 55555 อยากหลอกพวกฝรั่งเฉยครับ

We'd never be hearing this story were it not for that taxi driver...

@ErdalEyican

4 жыл бұрын

wow, this blew my mind... how one small decision changed this kids life into a champion

@danielnovy8397

4 жыл бұрын

@@ErdalEyican Butterfly effect at its finest

@cking3345

4 жыл бұрын

I wonder what happened to his friend or family

@workingtools2999

4 жыл бұрын

We also have to give credit for the camp who took him in as a kid. Without that camp, he'd be a hooligan on the streets and most probably died young.

@notnodnord2848

3 жыл бұрын

@@danielnovy8397 it's interesting how butterfly effect can lead to a black swan.

He was my primary trainer for 2 years back in 2011-12 , really a great guy that always motivated me and absolutely murdered me with the padwork. Always encouraged me. Him and Lamnamoon were my favourite trainers, never missed a session at all for 2 years!

@Lucylands

2 жыл бұрын

Omg same. Evolve in Singapore 2014-16.

@twentyonetortas5921

Жыл бұрын

do they have social media or something? they're badass

@marekbartoszewski5908

Жыл бұрын

@@twentyonetortas5921 Yoddecha Sityodtong has yt chanell, not many videos though. He has also fb page.

Even he has been through in life so hard, he stay have a soft and gentle heart, he is good guy from inside... wish he succeed w/ opening gym in UK

@Hahahaha10188

4 жыл бұрын

Syaifudin Nidu, he is a my Kru and he is very humble person even he went thru hell in life

@TheShaqii

4 жыл бұрын

the most misunderstood thing in the world about humans is that only aggressive people and people who are out looking for a fight that do martial arts. and thats not true. many who struggle look at martial arts as a way out of poverty or a way to live in general. because martial arts itself is more of a dicipline than just physical strength. i myself am an orthodox boxer and i know my shit. im not even good, but i can understand and see what people who refine their skills to the max. and that takes dedication, consistency, and a lot of heart and brain power, you will often see the best of the best in martial arts being calm outside training and fighting. (connor mcgregor is a showman so he does not count. he is good in what he does but still, he is a better showman than a fighter)

I am a retired boxer living in istanbul. I remember clearly our coach said to us ' Guys you are semi-pro boxer. So you can beat terrible any one in street, but do not. Be ethical, professional. If you have to; step away form original Thai Fighers (there are many thai and myanmar ppl living here for working) cos they have no mercy, cos life doesn't show them mercy. (Our couach RIP. were lived 8 year in Bangkok)

@dyneenglen3775

3 жыл бұрын

@!!

Hi Lawrence Kenshin, he was my teacher and all I can say he is a humble and caring Kru I have ever meet. Thank u for featuring my Kru 🙏🙏

@Yuuki_12

4 жыл бұрын

Whered yall train at and when?

@Hahahaha10188

4 жыл бұрын

Yuukiharu Barzahd, I am not sure where is he teaching now. Last I heard he is teaching at mungkorndam.co.uk/our-gym/ for the time being

@MaiPaulMP

4 жыл бұрын

@@Yuuki_12 I trained with him in Evolve Singapore, but that was 4 years ago. He's a very caring Kru, we all love and respect him so much.

@whakjob

4 жыл бұрын

if you are ha ha ha ha does that mean you are 20 ?

@Hahahaha10188

4 жыл бұрын

Siris Rangabhasm, I am not 20 years 😂 I had been training at evolve and renowned ‘Sityodtong’ camp

that's why its was difficult to defeat a thai fighter...they fought for money ...for survival...its not a game for them....imagine if you lose and there's no food for your family...so they can't lose

@burningknuckle26

4 жыл бұрын

its very hard life. its real for them.

@njuey

3 жыл бұрын

The meaning of the warriors

@gyurmethlodroe1774

3 жыл бұрын

Same reason why native 50 cent army have to praise their ruler

@salmanhussein9406

3 жыл бұрын

People out here struggling to only to survive

What a story. So sad. I have so much respect for him. Such an inspiration.

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

super inspirational

The rut of the litter becomes a champion. When life push this man to the bottom, he choose to rise to the the top. very inspirational. this made me cry.

@shahrimanshahnaz7008

3 жыл бұрын

He has been nice and humbling to his mother. Maybe thats the biggest key to his success

If I hear my kids complain about anything, I will have they watch this. His childhood was so unbelievable. The hardship he had to deal with at such a young age is so incredible, and in our society, kids are so spoiled and weakened by over protecting parents that allow them to do anything they damn please. This is a story of a warrior, in some comments I have seem people writing that Hollywood should make a movie, I think it should be a kids book

@marcusviniciusdoprado7508

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, this reality is quite common in third-world countries such as Thailand and Brazil. Abusive fathers, facing hard times throughout for quite a bit or even during their whole life

Love it. Learning about the story of a man I’d otherwise never hear of.

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

thanks for the time

@lopesgotebekeerling2175

4 жыл бұрын

The man is a legend hahaa what you mean never heard of.. in europe everyone knows him especially here in netherlands

@jrowlandj

4 жыл бұрын

@@lopesgotebekeerling2175 Could it be that George has never been interested in Muay Thai? What about people who are not even martial arts enthusiasts, let alone fighters? Do you need to train to appreciate the life that Yoddecha has risen to? No. This man's life is inspirational on much more than a fighter's level, and to someone who's trained and had hardships, it is spiritually reaffirming.

@perhapsavailable

4 жыл бұрын

@@lopesgotebekeerling2175 I know it's a tough realization but when you mature, you'll hopefully come to terms with the fact that not everyone has the same knowledge and perspectives as yourself.

@lopesgotebekeerling2175

4 жыл бұрын

@@perhapsavailable its not a perspective you moron. Its a perspective when it is only my opinion he is worldly known. Grow up you butthurt.

Hollywood should make a movie about him

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

they should!

@wilwenpmogak9024

4 жыл бұрын

Yes man!! I was thinking the same!

@evilseedsgrownaturally1588

4 жыл бұрын

Given Hollywoods trackrecord over the past 30 years and the fact that two of its most hallowed directors are Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, I'm unsure Hollywood is fit to make a movie about anything really. I'd like to see Nikolas Winding Refn have a go at it, given his already established cultural understanding of thai and muay thai culture.

@atrevino1997

4 жыл бұрын

Hollywood finds ways to distort, ruin stories and culture for their gain.

@MH_79

4 жыл бұрын

No Way!! Hollywood will ruin this Story in the most horrible way that's possible. It will be something like "everything went always more bad - until he met Chuck Norris or Rambo or a Group of Marines, who helped him with their american Way of Life to win even against a bunch of 20 heavy weaponed Russians" . And of course, he gets the blond Bitch at the End.

the moment he and his daughter was traing made me so happy and touched, I love this scene

I've known about his fighting for years, I never knew he had such a heart-wrenching, powerful story. Respect, admiration, inspiration, the only words that come to mind.

Man.. These man are tough man. Resilient and massive heart. They don't dwell on what they lack or don't have, only strive for better no matter your circumstances. Thank🙏 you

I know the story is amazing, but why in god's name is this interview not done in his native language?! A missed opportunity.

@absolutelyfookinnobody2843

4 жыл бұрын

Why is there one of you weirdos in everyone of these type of videos? Lol .maybe he wanted to Speak English. It's not like is native language is some super rare barley every heard language. Just enjoy the video

@auglazeallday5335

4 жыл бұрын

@@absolutelyfookinnobody2843 I think what they're trying to say is that they find it difficult or challenging to watch, I for one agree. I'm sure it's a great story but I find it un-entertaining. Nothing against this gentleman, I'm sure he's a fine person but I too feel like this was a missed opportunity.

@MinusMaximusXX

4 жыл бұрын

Not only hard to watch, clearly he is not proficient in English. You could probably articulate the story better if you spoke in your native language.

@auglazeallday5335

4 жыл бұрын

@@Tom-qz8xw Its KZread, if you want to post trash then go to Myspace lol

@somniumisdreaming

4 жыл бұрын

@@auglazeallday5335 I find it easy to live with and found his story so fascinating I dint care about missed pronouns and odd phrasing. However I've spent my life travelling, getting by in other languages to communicate which may have helped and it is only my opinion.

Holy crap! The things some kids have to go through to reach adulthood. Unbelievable. Thank God the universe gave him a happy ending to his story.. An inspiration.

I was training in Sityodtong camp before Kruu Sityodtong died, whom i had the honor to salute every morning. I think i met this guy there, maybe even trained me one time. Respect

What a captivating and touching story. What didn't kill you , will make you stronger. It's true.

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching

Props to this man for doing this whole interview in English

I love no matters how ur mom n dad did u wrong . U still repay them for gave u a life. Love respect from San Diego CA US A

@bigdumbidiot5357

3 жыл бұрын

Lol that sounds like a bad idea

What an amazing story, thank you for featuring and sharing with us. 🙏🏼💙😌

This is hands down your highest quality of work thus far! You and your content are a true boon to the world, thank you for taking the time to do this.

If this man opens a gym in the UK I will drive to it!!! It may be hours away but I would love to train under him, at least for just a few times. Could you please keep your Cham updated if this ever happens. Thanks for another outstanding video! Cheers mate.

@Hahahaha10188

4 жыл бұрын

schuletrip, I heard he has a gym in London but not sure where is it

youtube recommended me this video I don't know why but glad I clicked, thanks for sharing such an inspirational story

Training in Thailand for the first time and I cannot put in words how full my heart is... Incredible videos, inspiring and ful of the true essence of the Thai culture and braveness keep it up!

Just when I think you cannot surpass your amazing videos you pull if off Lawrence! What an amazing story, so glad you made this video!

It's inspiring to learn the human side of these fighters and their struggles in life. Thank you.

You never cease to amaze us, Kenshin. Thank you for inspiring us. God bless and protect you and your family.

Mistreated by parents and kicked out but comes back an adult, takes care of them and even builds them a home. Is he not a God?

@5machaboveatmosphere775

Жыл бұрын

He is god's choise of human, He's Unlucky that got blesses

@user-bs4ck6zy8v

9 ай бұрын

That’s very common in many cultures, parents with or without mula will kick out the boys and allow them to make men out of themselves before coming back and very little guidance, my parents did that and I became a ferocious man towards anyone trying to hurt my family but loving fully to the ones in my inner circle. Only Americans baby there kids until they’re 50. 😬😂

Powerful and moving - big thanks for this! I really appreciated both Yoddecha's English skills and the subtitles provided, I think the combination of the two made for a very authentic presentation of the story.

Thank you for sharing his story to me. I am inspired. He had a rough childhood to say the least but a beautiful family now. We cannot underestimate what a little help and kindness can do for those that need it the most.

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

Beautiful story, actually brought a tear to my eye. Such a down to earth person he is. Amazing story

Now this is what I'm talking about! Keep up the good work, Mr Kenshin! Top tier quality content. Came back from a 12 hour night shift and saw this so I delayed my sleep.

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

thank you for your support bro means a lot. have a good night's rest

When he says “HAPPY” and outs his hand over his heart, you can feel his happiness.

What an incredible story... Wow. Christmas time is always tough for me and I worry about the things I dont have in life and the things I have failed to achieve even tho I was given opportunities, I wasted them and let my life go off track. Hearing about tough situations like theses makes you realize how good you have actually had it.

@mikroks5543

3 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas buddy... I'm guessing you're an Aussie like me? lol... I sometimes feel the same It's good that you can see where you went wrong Although don't let it get you down. Opportunities will come again sometimes in different ways be proud of who you are and make the most of what lives where given for we are blessed to be here (right) all the best to ya buddy

Always quality content from you Lawrence. Thanks for making me smile with this one

Thanks for cataloging these amazing fighters!

Despite what he's been through, he can still be so gentle and calm. I guess he embodies what it is to be a true warrior.. I'm sure he makes an awesome dad BTW did anyone notice the Christmas Carol towards the end of the video? 🎄😂😂

This is more than a KZread channel, it's a encyclopedia of the striking world. Thank you for introcing me to my heroes!!

Yoddecha I'm very appreciative of You for sharing your story... True Warrior of the highest degree much respect

This is a wonderful upload. Thank you.

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

cheers

That was just awesome. Thank you for bringing that to us Mr Kenshin.

Love these stories, only coming across them now. Thank you for making LK

Incredible story, indeed motivating. Thanks Lawrence Kenshin for the upload ! 👍

That was really moving. I'm glad he found happiness in his life. Thank you for posting.

He seems like such an honest genuine guy! I'm delighted for him that his life turned out good!

Thank goodness for the subtitles, much more clarity on the story. 🙂👍

RESPECT!!! Thanks for all these videos!!!

Excellent series. I look forward to more content like this. Puts a warm smile on my face as a fellow martial artist.

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

cheers!

This was an extremely heart warming story to watch, he is clearly a very genuine guy.

Thank you,Lawrence,for helping this guys tell their story.This will be invaluable for up and coming fighters,and not just fighters,this is a great inspiration every young guy who is going trough the troubles of life.Thank you.

He is true warrior true fighter! He is my new fav now.

This interview was amazing to watch. Hollywood could make a movie about him. Its really film worthy.

He seems like such a nice person. I can't imagine the amount of pain and fear he had in his heart. No kid deserves to be treated like that. Where I'm from of the neighborhood knew what was going on they would've stepped in and took care of his dad. Whatever that might need to be. That's crazy

I’ve got a huge amount of respect for this man and many other Thai fighters who had such a hard upbringing, but remain so humble and genuine when they reach the top. I wish him good luck for the future, because he really deserves it.

Brillaint thank you for the videos you make - very cool to see such radical warriors so humble and so real!

Great Vídeo as always. Thanks a lot

Nice work man. I appreciate this videos so much. It makes me feel the hardships this guys past by their lives before achieveing the pinnacle of their carreers. Thanks man. Keep it up.

Hard times create strong men.... And boy did he go thru some epic hard times. Thanks for making this vid lawrence 😎🙏🙏

Wow, what a 'Hard Life' story. We need to see of more of these champions originals story. It's the stuff of great biography movies.

I love how many times he had to stop and start the journey to muay thai champion, I think it sheds light on the journey to pursue something meaningful, how it's filled with so many obstacles

I WAS LITERALLY THINKING OF GOING TO SLEEP BUT YOU UPLOADED A VIDEO SO I DECIDED TO STAY AWAKE ;D

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

haha thank you for support

@korranis1

4 жыл бұрын

Go to bed thank u very much.U have skool tomorrow

You are a true warrior who's overcome all that life has thrown at you. You are a inspiration to all of humanity. God bless you and your family 💪🙏

What a good guy. Inspiring 🔥 Great job putting this video together! Thank you 🙏🏻

I am proud of you very much. You are very inspiring to our society. LOVE FROM NEPAL.

Fantastic story. Brought me to tears

so sad , i am so sorry for your childhood . i am happy you have a good life now . gretings from the netherlands .

beautiful. I was smiling throughout

@LawrenceKenshin

3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻

What an insightful video. I watched it all the way through. Good on you for posting, mate. I enjoyed this time I spent watching the video.

@LawrenceKenshin

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

He is such an amazing kind hearted man! I train with him and he is so kind and I am being great full he is teaching what saved him to me 💘

Such a gentle soul despite what he went through. What a legend!

Very inspiring... thanks for sharing his story Lawrence Kenshin 😊

I am in Singapore right now, I want to meet thia guy. But his no longer here. I respect and like people who have gone through hardship and able to overcome it.

@Hahahaha10188

4 жыл бұрын

Dennis The Menace, he already left singapore for London

Behind every champion there is a overcoming in their life, an inspiration to always go forward no matter what life tuf can be!

If you think you're having a bad day, watch this video. Dude's a LEGEND in Muay Thai....

I spent three weeks at a Thai farm in rural Thailand last year. Hardest practitioners I've met in 40 years of combat sport. Also the nicest, humblest and most wonderful.

Woke up First video I clicked on Truly a amazing story If you can get that hunger and drive to help others ....the universe will reward you . For this amazing person he got rewarded with a family and a daughter to call his own 🙏.

Thank you for your story. Best wishes for you on your way

Great Video lawrence...love the shift to documentaries

Great documentary. Thanks a lot. 👏👏👏

Long awaited video is finally here.

Awesome. All the best for him and his family

Awesome watch, and best of luck to him with his future gym endeavors!

Love these interviews, I teared up on this one 😂!

wow what an inspiring story

Awesome respect for Thai people,very resilient,strong,kind with massive hearts of GOLD.

Very inspiring story. A testament to the human spirit of survival.

God bless him. Just beautiful

Such a heart warming story

Super Interview! Yoddecha, great job taking care of all of your family. You Earned everything with your skills as a Fighter, Trainer, and a Super Buisness man with a strong Mind and a Wonderful Woman by your side.

So powerful story. Respect ka.

Incredible story, thanks for telling it

So inspirational story and lots of respect for all Thai warriors. Yoddecha's word "Kill" means so many things.

another great story. I am happy he has a good live now. great work angie and lawrence and everyone who is working at the project :)

Great contents Kenshin. Thank you

What an absolute legend, both as a nak muay, and as a human being...... I was unaware of this exponent of the Thai arts, and have nought but the utmost respect for him. I wish to thank Lawrence Kenshin for bringing this Thai fighter to my awareness, and I will look into his career in the ring much more from here. Max respect, Yoddechai Sidyodtong.

First World Fighters: "I came all the way from the bottom!" Yoddecha: ... ... Yoddecha: "then y u no kill?"

I love these videos of the older ex thai fighters keep up the good work hope to see more of these