3 Matchups That Could Steal The Show At ONE Fight Night 27: Tang Vs. Abdullaev On January 10
With a pair of massive MMA World Title bouts on the lineup, ONE Fight Night 27: Tang vs. Abdullaev on Prime Video has all the makings of an unforgettable event.
Set to air live in U.S. primetime this Friday, January 10, the card also features no shortage of compelling fights designed to produce drama for as long as they last.
Before the action unfolds inside the iconic ring at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, we look at three matchups that could steal the show at ONE Fight Night 27.
#1 John Lineker Vs. Kulabdam – Bantamweight Muay Thai
Former ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion John “Hands of Stone” Lineker has taken the Muay Thai world by storm.
This Friday, the Brazilian superstar will face his stiffest test yet in “the art of eight limbs” when he squares off with former two-time Lumpinee Stadium Muay Thai World Champion “Left Meteorite” Kulabdam Sor Jor Piek Uthai.
After using his ruthless boxing attack and savage power to score back-to-back knockouts in his first two Muay Thai appearances, Lineker has solidified himself as a bona fide contender in the talent-stacked bantamweight division.
For his part, “Left Meteorite” brings a wealth of elite-level experience and boasts plenty of show-stopping power, owning five spectacular stoppage victories in ONE.
Lineker has never been in a boring fight, and when he faces a master technician like Kulabdam – who represents a massive step up in competiton – fans can expect nothing less than fireworks.
#2 Aaron Canarte Vs. Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhu – Featherweight MMA
In featherweight MMA action, well-rounded Ecuadorian phenom Aaron “Tommy Gun” Canarte will lock horns with #5-ranked bantamweight MMA contender Enkh-Orgil “The Tormentor” Baatarkhuu.
In short, the fight promises to be an all-out war.
Canarte possesses a brawling style that has endeared him to fans around the globe. The 28-year-old arrived in ONE with an unbeaten record and loads of hype, but after stumbling against top-flight opposition in his first two appearances, his back is against the wall at ONE Fight Night 27
Standing across from “Tommy Gun” will be the ultra-tough Baatarkhuu.
The 36-year-old Mongolian has made a name for himself in the talent-stacked bantamweight MMA division, overwhelming foes with his vicious clinch striking, relentless ground game, and take-no-prisoners approach to combat.
With three finishes and a 4-1 record in ONE, “The Tormentor” will look to prove that his style can be just as dominant against bigger opponents at featherweight.
And given the aggressive styles in each corner, fans should buckle up for what could be an instant classic.
#3 Luke Lessei Vs. Cody Jerome – Featherweight Muay Thai
American phenom Luke “The Chef” Lessei has earned legions of fans around the globe thanks to his creative style of striking and never-say-die attitude.
The Iowa native will now look for his first knockout in ONE when he battles Road to ONE: Canada winner and promotional newcomer Cody Jerome in a featherweight Muay Thai tilt.
Each of Lessei’s three appearances in ONE have been Fight of the Year contenders, as he’s showcased not only his uniquely unorthodox approach to combat but also his incredible heart, durability, and grit.
Jerome, meanwhile, is a dynamic knockout artist who is hungry to make a statement on the global scene – and give fans an electrifying performance at Lumpinee Stadium.
