Liam Harrison aims to dethrone bantamweight champion Nong-O Gaiyanghodo
It’s hard to fathom a fighter going from almost not realizing their fight potential to kicking down barriers to shock the combat sports world. A potential candidate for ” Comeback Finish of the Year,” Liam Harrison created a moment in time with a come-from-behind victory, defeating Muangthai PK. Saenchai at ONE 156: Eersel vs. Sadikovic.
The epic battle saw the Englishman on the verge of defeat, picking himself off the canvas from two brutal shots administered by his opponent. Yet, the will to win enabled Harrison to push forward, answering back with three knockdown blows en route to gaining the win over Saenchai.
The victory comes as a shock among critics of the combat sports world. But being an eight-time Muay Thai World Champion, a fighter can take on and defeat any challenger he faces, especially walking into a high-stakes confrontation. Per Harrison, self-belief, grit, preparation, and experience played a role in his road to victory.
“I know I’m dangerous when I’m wearing them little gloves, and if I have to take a few shots, and if I have to get knocked down then so be it,” told ONE reporter, Jay Funnes. “I believe in my power so much that if I land clean in those 4-ounce gloves on anyone, they’re gone, and I proved that again.”
With another stunning finish to his list of “hits,” Harrison’s ONE 156 victory has rewarded him with a $ 100,000 performance bonus. In addition, The Hitman has also earned himself a future title shot against Nong-O Gaiyanghodo for the Bantamweight Muay Thai World Championship. Gaiyanghodo has been a dominant force in the bantamweight division. His reputation speaks for itself with an undefeated 8-0 One Series record, six world title victories, and three knockout finishes defending his title.
With a seemingly colossal task awaiting him, Harrison once again finds himself in the underdog role heading into the title fight. While the respect for Nong-O is there, Harrison is confident in his abilities to take on and dethrone the champion. Harrison believes Nong-O has yet to encounter a competitor of his caliber. Harrison looks to unveil his fighting powers to his opponent in the upcoming title battle.
“I’m going to fight Liam Harrison style because that’s what got me to where I am today. I’m not going to start trying to out-technique him or run away,” told Funnes. “I’m not about that. I’m about heart, grit, hard punches, hard kicks, and just coming to entertain and look for the knockout”
