“Taking one fight at a time” - Liam Harrison feels ‘no pressure’ in first bout after knee surgery

British Muay Thai icon and former ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title challenger 'Hitman' Liam Harrison is taking things easy after spending nearly two years on the sidelines, recovering from a near-career-ending knee injury.

Harrison tore multiple ligaments in his knee in a mid-2022 fight with legendary Thai fighter and former divisional king Nong-O Hama, and he has been in rehabilitation since.

Speaking to ONE Championship in a recent interview, Harrison says he is taking things one step at a time and just trying to find his groove again ahead of his highly anticipated comeback fight.

'Hitman' stated:

"I’m just taking one fight at a time, and just enjoying myself, providing entertainment for the fans with no pressure. No ‘I’m gonna do this, I’m gonna do that.’ Just enjoy it."

Needless to say, fans are excited to see the 38-year-old veteran back in the Circle.

'Hitman' Liam Harrison is set to lock horns with Katsuki Kitano of Japan at ONE 167: Tawanchai vs. Nattawut II on Prime Video.

The event broadcasts live from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand.

Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live and absolutely free on Amazon Prime Video. It airs on Friday, June 7th, in U.S. primetime.

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

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Liam Harrison on coming back after long layoff due to injury: "It won't matter"

'Hitman' Liam Harrison is returning from a lengthy absence, and fans wonder if he'll ever be the same fighter he was before his injury.

Well, the 38-year-old British legend is quick to quell any doubt, as he promises fans to return with the same 'Hitman' style he's become known for.

Harrison told ONE Championship:

"It won't matter. It's not like I haven't been training and sparring hard in the gym. I've kept myself in the gym and I've been sparring a lot and regularly. I'm not gonna forget what to do."