Aussie MMA star Tyson Harrison continuing the tradition of ‘daddy figure’ coach

Tyson Harrison isn’t simply defending a shot on ONE Championship’s primary lineup, the increasing Australian Muay Thai star is combating to continue the tradition of his famous coach Sangtiennoi Sor Rungroj. The next action of his journey remains in a main-event face-off with Tapaokaew Singha Mawynn at ONE Friday Fights 27 on August 4. VIEW THE VIDEO ABOVE: Heartwarming minute The Rock surprises having a hard time UFC fighter. Stream ONE Fight Night, ONE Friday Fights occasions and get access to highlights and ONE’s library archive of more than 100 previous occasions free of charge on 7plus >> The bantamweight Muay Thai fight occurs at the scene of much of his late coach’s accomplishments– Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. Harrison comes from Brisbane however has actually invested the majority of his time living his dreams in Bangkok. Considering that he was a teen, he’s been developing his craft under the careful eye of some of the sport’s finest. “I concerned Tor Sangtiennoi Muay Thai Gym when I had to do with 16. Straight from the start I had an excellent relationship with P’ Tu [Sangtiennoi]and I simply trained and discovered all the strategies that he gave and revealed all of his trainees,” he stated. Tyson Harrison is wishing to have his hand raised once again in his main-event face-off with Tapaokaew Singha Mawynn at ONE Friday Fights 27. Credit: SuppliedSangtiennoi, called “The Deadly Kisser” due to his fondness for kissing his challengers on the cheek prior to he would knock them out, was among the most significant stars of Muay Thai’s golden age in the 1990s. The Pathum Thani native completed in more than 200 expert battles and declared titles at the prominent Lumpinee and Rajadamnern arenas. He likewise bagged a WMC world title prior to going back to his native province to open Tor Sangtiennoi Gym. As a coach, the Muay Thai legend continued his tradition by training the next generation of fighters. Among those trainees took place to be the increasing star in Harrison, who happily remembered his time with Sangtiennoi. “He simply actually had a method with trainees and the method he would teach lessons without much speaking included. He had these metaphors that were, simply, it’s tough to describe,” Harrison stated. “But when he wished to teach you something, you ‘d feel in one’s bones. It’s truly strange, however it’s something that you do not actually get with numerous other individuals, that’s for sure.” Harrison began his profession at Corporate Box Valley Gym in Brisbane prior to heading to Thailand in a quote to pursue the sport full-time. Under the careful eye of Sangtiennoi, the 22-year-old slowly climbed up the ranks on the Thai circuit. Tyson Harrison lands a punch on his challenger. Credit: SuppliedBut his profile in the sport’s heartland exploded when Sangtiennoi firmly insisted that he embrace the name “John Wayne Noi.” It was a nod to the famous Australian Muay Thai leader and previous training partner of Sangtiennoi, John Wayne Parr. For a young fighter heading abroad to pursue a profession in Thailand’s nationwide leisure activity, it’s essential to discover an assistance network to guide such a professional athlete along the best course. At Tor Sangtiennoi, Harrison discovered simply that. “He resembled a dad figure, I truly appreciated him. It’s really uncommon to get acknowledgment for the excellent that you’ve done, it’s constantly something bad in the battle. It actually suggested a lot when he did simply sit down with you and state, ‘You did this excellent,'” he remembered. “He and P’ Pu, which is his spouse, resemble the mum and papa of the fitness center. They simply cared for everybody and appreciated everybody a lot. When I’m away from my household in Australia, it’s great to have that element here where you consume with everybody and train with everybody. It’s excellent to simply have those adult functions there.” Tyson Harrison has a distinct walk-out design. Credit: SuppliedThe COVID-19 pandemic triggered havoc for professional athletes around the world, and Muay Thai fighters were no exception. Harrison’s world– and that of his new-found household– was genuinely turned upside down when Sangtiennoi passed away in May 2021, sending out shock waves throughout the Muay Thai neighborhood. “When it took place, I never ever left the health club, being that I live here. Even though I wasn’t actually training, it was quite dismaying. Everybody was simply in their spaces. It was an extremely unusual time,” he stated. “We did the funeral service and whatever. It was a couple of months, I ‘d state, where whatever was at a dead stop. COVID itself was such a difficult time, and after that having [Sangtiennoi’s passing] take place to the health club, everybody remained in shock.” The tight-knit group pulled together in time. Sangtiennoi’s child Moses, likewise a previous fighter, took the reins of the health club and continued the mentor techniques that made the group a success. Harrison then discovered his pressing desire for success. Getting the possibility to combat on in the name of his fantastic coach just fanned the flames. Tyson Harrison will handle Tapaokaew Singha Mawynn at ONE Friday Fights 27. Credit: Supplied”Everyone sort of returned together and it began searching for once again. There was a bit of doubt without the legend that established this health club, if we might keep pressing forward,” he stated. “It was a really difficult time. Life goes on and, as unfortunate as it is, you’ve simply got to keep going and do it for him.” In January 2023, Harrison attained a significant objective by signing with martial arts huge ONE Championship. The ultra-aggressive Aussie has actually gone far for himself in the company’s Friday Fights series up until now. He’s produced a string of “battle of the year” prospects versus elite Thai competitors. At ONE Friday Fights 27, Harrison will now hunt for his 2nd win under the ONE banner versus Tapaokaew. The Thai star will be the best dance partner for “John Wayne Noi.” Like his Aussie opponent, he chooses a walk-forward design. With the spirit of Sangtiennoi in his heart, Harrison will no doubt as soon as again display not just the physical abilities that he gained from the Thai legend, however likewise the psychological perseverance. “I’m simply doing it for him when whatever gets difficult. It gets quite psychological, due to the fact that when your calorie deficit is low and you’re cutting weight, it’s excellent to understand that he’s seeing down. Doing it for him makes it a bit much easier,” he stated. “That’s the primary inspiration for whatever that I do.” He’s the chap from Mount Druitt understood for his notorious shoey in the octagon while turning into one of the world’s finest fighters. He’s the chap from Mount Druitt understood for his notorious shoey in the octagon while turning into one of the world’s finest fighters.
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