Kulabdam Sor Jor Piek Uthai finds himself in a difficult position heading into his return at ONE Fight Night 27.
The Thai competitor has faced some of the best strikers in the bantamweight division during his time in ONE Championship. In his next fight, he may be taking on a recent arrival in the division but it's still a very dangerous challenge for him.
However, 'Left Meteorite' is not the kind of striker who turns down opponents in favor of matchups that suit him better.
He will face off with former ONE bantamweight MMA world champion John Lineker at ONE Fight Night 27 on Jan. 10.
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The Brazilian has recently made the move over to Muay Thai where his devastating power has seen him record consecutive victories.
Lineker isn't a fun night at the office for anyone in the world with the relentless style that he brings to the table but that doesn't concern Kulabdam.
Kulabdam told ONE Championship in a recent interview that he has the same mentality when it comes to each challenge that is put in front of him:
"In my life, I have never chosen my opponent. I'm going to fight them all. If I want to be the World Champion, I must not choose my opponent. Whoever they offer me, I will accept them all."
Kulabdam must respect John Lineker on Jan. 10
Kulabdam is also used to finishing his opponents with the power in his strikes but what he can't afford to do is underestimate his next opponent.
John Lineker is massively outmatched when it comes to the Muay Thai experience between the two men but he has been a high-level competitor for a long time.
He knows how to win and his trademark fighting style has proven to be very effective throughout his career.
'Hands of Stone' may not be a Muay Thai master but he's still a force of nature.