Former UFC star scores devastating one-punch KO at ONE 168

07/09/2024 19:06

Former UFC flyweight, John Lineker, landed a stunning knockout in his Muay Thai debut at ONE 168.

In front of a packed house at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, USA, the Brazilian proved that he still has the power to cause serious problems.

John Lineker landed a vicious KO at ONE 168

Having previously claimed the ONE Championship MMA belt, John Lineker has now set his sights on becoming a multi-sport title-holder by winning the Muay Thai strap.

His journey towards his goal couldn’t have gotten off to a better start, with the icon landing a vicious KO against Asa Ten Pow.

Going into the match-up, his opponent was riding a two-fight win streak, with a notable height and reach advantage, but it didn’t matter once ‘Hands of Stone’ found his range.

As he has throughout his career, Lineker applied relentless pressure, forcing his rival to work at a very high pace.

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Despite taking a spinning back elbow, the Paranaguá native continued his pursuit, rocking Ten Pow with a thunderous left hook.

He followed up with body shots and a plethora of heavy blows against the cage. But in a testament to his fighting heart, the American survived.

But in the end, the power of Lineker was too much. The combat sports veteran connected with a devastating right hand to end the contest.

Liam Harrison left his gloves in the cage after a tough KO loss at ONE 168

While Lineker’s journey in Muay Thai is just beginning, Liam Harrison’s is likely coming towards its end.

Throughout his career, ‘The Hitman’ has electrified crowds with his spectacular left hook and unrelenting will to win.

However, despite still possessing copious amounts of heart, it wasn’t enough to beat the legendary Seksan.

Following the second-round KO defeat, he left his gloves in the center of the cage.

However, while this indicated a retirement, the Brit later revealed the location where he’d like to have one last dance.

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