"The GOAT right now" - Demetrious Johnson says double-champ Superlek is the best striker on the planet

Mixed martial arts legend Demetrious Johnson shares a consensus opinion about who the best striker in the world is today.

'Mighty Mouse' has experienced first hand what it is like to share the stage with the best of the best .

The former ONE flyweight world champion, who announced his retirement at ONE 168: Denver, has even competed in a mixed rules bout with Thai superstar Rodtang Jitmuangnon in the past.

However, it was whilst he was in attendance for the promotion's return to the United States in September where he got to watch a master of his craft.

Superlek Kiatmoo9 came out of the Ball Arena bill as a a two-division, two sport world champion after knocking out Jonathan Haggerty to add the bantamweight Muay Thai gold to his flyweight kickboxing accolade.

His performance against Haggerty last time out showed that whilst he is a master technician, he's incredibly dangerous at the same time.

Demetrious Johnson showered 'The Kicking Machine' with praise during a recent episode of The Mighty Cast where he was joined by MMA legend, Rich Franklin:

"I was there live in Denver, Colorado. I feel he's probably the GOAT right now when it comes to Muay Thai and kickboxing. Nobody can tough him, he's so systematic."

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Demetrious Johnson will continue to watch and praise Superlek

Demetrious Johnson has always been an admirer of martial arts across the board and you can see that in his newfound love of submission grappling.

The all-time great in MMA is brilliant at breaking down fights and he's always left with lots to analyze whenever Superlek is in action.

'The Kicking Machine' is set to return in the co-main event of ONE 170 on Jan. 24 in one of the most highly anticipated striking matchups in recent times. He will defend his bantamweight title against surging Scottish superstar Nico Carrillo.