Tang Kai says Akbar Abdullaev's mettle separates him from the competition: "Very brave and he always pushes forward"

Chinese MMA superstar Tang Kai believes Akbar Abdullaev's attack-only approach has been the backbone to the perfect record he enjoys today.

The ONE featherweight MMA world champion defends his 26 pounds of gold against the No.5-ranked challenger in the main event of ONE Fight Night 27 inside the Lumpinee Stadium, knowing very well what his opposite number brings to the table.

He sat down with ONE Championship for an interview, addressing what has been the foundation of his foe's success:

"I think [his perfect record] is only because he is very brave and he always pushes forward."

Abdullaev has certainly made his presence known in the division with that very approach.

The Al Munar Team and Tiger Muay Thai athlete has reeled in three successive knockouts against Oh Ho Taek, Aaron Canarte, and Halil Amir to book his shot at Tang Kai’s crown.

He'll now have eyes on adding to his streak to ensure he stays perfect and claim the gold that will be on the line come fight night.

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Tang Kai's volume and one-hit power can break Akbar Abdullaev

Though everything seems to be smooth sailing for the 27-year-old challenger, it's safe to say he can expect to be tested like never before against Tang Kai at ONE Fight Night 27.

The Chinese megastar doesn't just blitz forward behind wild haymakers, he throws with inch-perfect accuracy and venomous power.

He also tends to mix it up on every occasion, which should limit Abdullaev's offense when he decides to defend or counter.

His variety of knockouts on the global stage is perfect proof of that. If it isn't his fists, the Sunkin International Fight Club athlete has plenty of backup options to power his way to another addition to his impressive haul of highlight-reel moments.