Because it occurred it was, however not within the method he wished. A abdomen churning low blow, which broke the cup of Lineker rendered him unable to proceed, and the match a no-contest. 

It was a disappointing finish to a extremely anticipated battle – and one which added gasoline to an already fierce rivalry, to at least one with real dangerous blood and scores to settle.

Andrade believes the three and a half rounds the 2 spent within the circle collectively could have had an enduring impact on his opponent and presents a psychological benefit heading into this weekend’s matchup at ONE Struggle Night time 7 in Bangkok. 

“I believe the truth that I got here very near ending the battle, that he was badly damage within the battle, and that I defended all his makes an attempt on the bottom, makes a distinction within the psychological issue,” stated Andrade. “He is aware of I’m higher than him. His probability of profitable this battle is that if one thing extraordinary occurs. However we all know that I’m the very best athlete, that that is my second, and that I’m going to be the champion.”

Within the lead as much as the primary battle there was numerous consideration on Lineker’s weight, Andrade doesn’t anticipate it to be a difficulty this time spherical – and is deliberate to finish issues early once they lastly meet once more.

“He will certainly be extra attentive with this weight subject. No person likes to be on time and never make weight. Nobody needs to look unprofessional. So, I consider he’ll pay attention to his weight in order that it doesn’t occur once more.

“That doesn’t intrude with something. I’m not fearful about that. If he doesn’t make weight once more, we’re going to battle anyway, and I’m going to knock him out.

“This battle will finish in a most of two rounds. And it’ll undoubtedly finish with me knocking out John Lineker yet one more time.”

On a stacked card, it is a standout battle, and one to not be missed. 

ONE Struggle Night time 7: Lineker v Andrade takes place Saturday February 25 4am GST on the Lumpinee Boxing Stadium, Bangkok. It is a night time to not be missed so mark your calendars, obtain the ONE Tremendous App, and go to look at.onefc.com now!