“He never runs out of gas” - Kulabdam says John Lineker’s incredible motor is an underrated aspect of his game

While most fight fans focus on John Lineker's legendary power, Thai superstar Kulabdam Sor Jor Piek Uthai thinks it would be a mistake to sleep on the Brazilian's cardio.

After building a legacy in the world of mixed martial arts, earning 37 career wins and a ONE world title reign, 'Hands of Stone' made the move to Muay Thai in September last year and immediately stunned analysts with his sensational second-round KO of Asa Ten Power at ONE 168: Denver.

Less than a month later, Lineker added a second win in the art of eight limbs, this time against Alexey Balyko at ONE Fight Night 25. Lineker put away the Russian just past the two-minute mark of the opening round, landing his 20th career KO when combining his MMA and Muay Thai fights.

Next, 'Hands of Stone' will square off with Kulabdam, a 71-win veteran coming off a big finish against Suablack Tor Pran49 at ONE Friday Fights 81.

Speaking about their upcoming clash in a pre-fight interview with the promotion, Kulabdam spoke of Lineker's lack of weaknesses and a gas tank that never seems to run on empty.

"I studied him from his two Muay Thai fights," Kulabdam said. "He is a boxer with heavy hands. He never runs out of gas. He is very strong. Most importantly, he has no weaknesses. We have to figure it out in the ring."

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John Lineker is feeling more comfortable than ever in Muay Thai ahead of clash with Kulabdam

Making the move from MMA to Muay Thai was never really on John Lineker's radar until last year.

And despite only being two fights into the sport, 'Hands of Stone' is feeling more and more comfortable competing in the art of eight limbs with each passing day.

"Yes, I am feeling more and more comfortable in this new sport," Lineker told the promotion in a recent interview. "I am very excited to have my third Muay Thai fight. Striking is something I enjoy doing and because the fight is just striking, I don't have to worry about defending takedowns. So, I am getting more and more comfortable fighting Muay Thai."

Who comes out on top when two of the most explosive strikers square off in a crossover clash that's sure to deliver fireworks?

Fans in the United States and Canada can watch ONE Fight Night 27 live on Amazon Prime Video on Friday, Jan. 10 in U.S. primetime.