John Lineker finding his spot among the world’s best in Muay Thai: “I am feeling more and more comfortable”

Former ONE bantamweight MMA world champion-turned-Muay Thai fighter 'Hands of Stone' John Lineker of Brazil has found a home in 'the art of eight limbs'.

Known for his cracking hands and dynamite power, Lineker made the side trip to Muay Thai at ONE 168: Denver last September, and surprised many by knocking out 'The American Ninja' Asa Ten Pow.

He then returned to face another legit Muay Thai threat in Alexey Balyko just a month later and repeated his knockout performance.

Speaking to ONE Championship in a recent interview, Lineker says he is quickly coming into his own in Muay Thai.

'Hands of Stone' said:

"Yes, I am feeling more and more comfortable in this new sport. 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."

Lineker returns to the ONE Championship ring this weekend to face his toughest Muay Thai test yet.

John Lineker takes on Muay Thai star Kulabdam at ONE Fight Night 27 on Prime Video

'Hands of Stone' John Lineker will face his toughest Muay Thai challenge yet when he takes on 'Left Meteorite' Kulabdam Sor Jor Piek Uthai in a bantamweight showdown.

The two lock horns at ONE Fight Night 27: Tang vs. Abdullaev on Prime Video, which broadcasts live in U.S. primetime from the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand on Friday, Jan. 10.

Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live and absolutely free on Amazon Prime Video.

Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding the event as it happens.