{"id":323610,"date":"2025-12-02T22:00:09","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T22:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/323610\/"},"modified":"2025-12-02T22:00:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T22:00:09","slug":"5-burning-questions-ahead-of-one-fight-night-38-andrade-vs-baatarkhuu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/323610\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Burning Questions Ahead Of ONE Fight Night 38: Andrade Vs. Baatarkhuu"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bangkok\u2019s iconic Lumpinee Stadium will host ONE Championship\u2019s final U.S. primetime spectacle of 2025 when ONE Fight Night 38: Andrade vs. Baatarkhuu on Prime Video<\/a> broadcasts live this Friday, December 5.<\/p>\n

The stacked card features world-class warriors across Muay Thai, MMA, and submission grappling, all determined to close the year with unforgettable performances and carry their momentum into 2026.<\/p>\n

From a pair of riveting World Championship showdowns to a slew of high-stakes matchups with title implications, the evening promises to deliver fireworks as 16 martial artists chase glory on the global stage.<\/p>\n

With so much on the line, it\u2019s clear that fans must watch<\/a> the organization\u2019s final U.S. primetime event of the year. That said, here are five burning questions ahead of ONE Fight Night 38.<\/p>\n

#1 Can Baatarkhuu Stop Andrade\u2019s MMA Run?<\/p>\n

Fourth-ranked bantamweight MMA contender \u201cThe Tormentor\u201d Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu<\/a> has traveled a remarkable path<\/a> to find himself within touching distance of ONE World Title gold.<\/p>\n

The grappling specialist has won six of his seven promotional outings, and his confidence is at an all-time high after playing a crucial role in helping Team Mongolia reach the final of Netflix\u2019s Physical: Asia reality series<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The global exposure introduced \u201cThe Tormentor\u201d to millions of new fans, but now the 36-year-old resumes his mission inside the squared circle, hoping to claim MMA\u2019s richest prize and follow in the footsteps of his coach and mentor, former ONE Featherweight MMA World Champion Narantungalag \u201cTungaa\u201d Jadambaa<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Standing in his way is the seemingly untouchable ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion Fabricio \u201cWonder Boy\u201d Andrade<\/a>, who has dominated every opponent with his devastating striking arsenal and elite technical precision across eight undefeated promotional appearances in the discipline.<\/p>\n

Most recently, he reminded everyone why he\u2019s one of the sport\u2019s most dangerous finishers when he demolished \u201cPretty Boy\u201d Kwon Won Il<\/a> in just 42 seconds \u2013 a statement victory that cemented his status as the division\u2019s undisputed king.<\/p>\n

If Baatarkhuu can drag Andrade into deep waters and impose his suffocating top control, he could make history. But if the defending titleholder keeps the fight standing, his mix of striking combinations and knockout power could shatter the Mongolian\u2019s dreams.<\/p>\n

#2 Does Yonekura Have What It Takes To Overcome Reis?<\/p>\n

Daiki Yonekura<\/a> has been building an exceptional resume away from the spotlight, and the 29-year-old now gets his opportunity to prove he belongs among submission grappling\u2019s elite at ONE Fight Night 38.<\/p>\n

In 2024 alone, the IGLOO representative captured gold at the IBJJF Pan Pacific Championship and both the ADCC Sydney Open and ADCC Vegas Open, proving his ability to compete at the highest level.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Where other grapplers rely on strength and pressure, the Japanese athlete thrives on technical excellence and timing, using unorthodox leg attack systems to catch opponents off guard before they realize they\u2019re in danger.<\/p>\n

This dynamic approach will come in handy as he seeks to topple Diogo \u201cBaby Shark\u201d Reis<\/a> and claim the vacant ONE Flyweight Submission Grappling World Title.<\/p>\n

The 23-year-old Melqui Galvao product needs no introduction. His relentless attacking style and technical brilliance have led him to two ADCC World Titles and an IBJJF Grand Slam (the Worlds, Pan, Brazilian, and European Championships) in the lower belt divisions.<\/p>\n

As long as Yonekura can keep the match dynamic and force scrambles, his wizardry could trouble the Brazilian phenom. However, should \u201cBaby Shark\u201d begin cycling through submissions, he could walk out of the \u201cMadison Square Garden of the East\u201d with his second consecutive promotional victory and gold resting on his shoulder.<\/p>\n

#3 Who Can Earn The Next World Title Shot In 2026?<\/p>\n

Three high-stakes matchups at ONE Fight Night 38 carry World Title implications, each capable of producing the next wave of challengers when the calendar turns to 2026.<\/p>\n

In the co-main event, #3-ranked featherweight Muay Thai contender Shadow Singha Mawynn<\/a> faces ISKA Kickboxing World Champion Enzo Kartoum<\/a> in what should be a striker\u2019s paradise.\u00a0<\/p>\n

A victory for the Thai should position him as the frontrunner to challenge ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Champion Tawanchai PK Saenchai<\/a> for the belt. But an upset win for Kartoum could set him up for a similar chance at glory.<\/p>\n

Before that, ONE Women\u2019s Atomweight Kickboxing World Champion \u201cThe Queen\u201d Phetjeeja Lukjaoporongtom<\/a> battles WMC Muay Thai World Champion Martyna Dominczak<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Thai superstar, who\u2019s gone a perfect 7-0 in the organization and owns 209 career victories, seeks to use this atomweight Muay Thai battle to close in on her two-sport dream.<\/p>\n

The Polish striker, meanwhile, hopes to get her hand raised and book a shot at Allycia Hellen Rodrigues<\/a>\u2018 ONE Women\u2019s Atomweight Muay Thai World Title.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Last but not least, Thai-Malaysian slugger Aliff Sor Dechapan<\/a> collides with Lebanese teenage star Ramadan \u201cThe Scorpion\u201d Ondash<\/a> in a pivotal strawweight Muay Thai tilt.<\/p>\n

The Thai-Malaysian sensation engaged in an intense staredown<\/a> with reigning ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Champion Prajanchai PK Saenchai<\/a> after picking up his fourth straight victory this past June.<\/p>\n

A chance to challenge for Muay Thai\u2019s most prestigious crown may be there in the offing for Aliff. However, Ondash, who is unbeaten on the global stage, could destroy the Sor Dechapan fighter\u2019s mission while setting himself up for a World Championship opportunity.<\/p>\n

#4 Will Kholmirzaev Break Into The Top-Five Rankings?<\/p>\n

Avazbek \u201cNinzya\u201d Kholmirzaev<\/a> has established himself as one of 2025\u2019s standout fighters, and he looks to close the year with a statement that demands divisional recognition.<\/p>\n

The Raqobat representative brings a five-bout winning streak into his flyweight MMA showdown with Jeremy \u201cThe Jaguar\u201d Miado<\/a>, a stretch that includes four highlight-reel finishes.<\/p>\n

He packs electric striking combinations with a world-class ground game, seamlessly transitioning between knockout power and submission savvy that overwhelms opponents across all facets of the game.<\/p>\n

A dominant victory over the experienced Miado would likely thrust Kholmirzaev into the top-five rankings and put him firmly on the radar of reigning ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion Yuya \u201cLittle Piranha\u201d Wakamatsu<\/a>, who is fresh off a sensational finish of Joshua \u201cThe Passion\u201d Pacio<\/a> at ONE 173<\/a> in Tokyo, Japan.<\/p>\n

Despite his surging confidence, the young Uzbek cannot afford to underestimate the Filipino veteran. Miado possesses the finishing instincts to capitalize when opportunities arise \u2013 in fact, six of his seven triumphs under the ONE banner have been acquired inside the distance.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Filipino\u2019s recent move up from strawweight to flyweight has breathed new life into his career. The 32-year-old striker earned a unanimous decision victory over wrestling machine Gilbert Nakatani<\/a> in his first outing in the weight class, making him a live threat to derail Kholmirzaev\u2019s hype train.<\/p>\n

#5 How Will Giles Fare Against Garcia When BJJ Royalty Collide?<\/p>\n

Lachlan Giles<\/a> walked away from competitive grappling three years ago. However, an offer to face Marcelo \u201cMarcelinho\u201d Garcia<\/a>, a fellow icon he describes as the GOAT of the sport<\/a>, was a chance the 39-year-old Australian couldn\u2019t refuse.<\/p>\n

The Absolute MMA head coach earned his \u201cGiant Killer\u201d nickname at the 2019 ADCC World Championships when he shocked the grappling world by submitting three heavyweights all via his signature inside heel hook.\u00a0<\/p>\n

His bronze medal finish in the absolute division marked the first time a 77-kilogram competitor had reached the podium since 2007, further cementing his reputation as one of the sport\u2019s most innovative minds.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Having stepped away from the bright lights for years, many wonder how he\u2019d fare against Garcia in this lightweight submission grappling tilt. If he needs inspiration, he can take a page from Garcia\u2019s return to competition after overcoming a grueling battle with stomach cancer<\/a> in 2023.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The 42-year-old Brazilian icon, who has four ADCC World Championships and five IBJJF World Titles on his resume, stepped back under the spotlight after a 14-year hiatus at ONE 170<\/a> this past January.<\/p>\n

Garcia reminded fans of the magic he still possesses with a north-south choke submission of Japanese leg lock legend Masakazu \u201cAshikan-Judan\u201d Imanari<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Given their credentials, fans should witness one of 2025\u2019s most compelling stylistic clashes \u2013 a dream match that will answer whether Giles\u2019 modern innovations can overcome Garcia\u2019s ageless fundamentals, or if the Brazilian icon will prove once again that true greatness transcends generations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Bangkok\u2019s iconic Lumpinee Stadium will host ONE Championship\u2019s final U.S. primetime spectacle of 2025 when ONE Fight Night…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":323611,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[570],"tags":[64,63,786,785,85],"class_list":{"0":"post-323610","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-mma","8":"tag-au","9":"tag-australia","10":"tag-fighting","11":"tag-mma","12":"tag-sports"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/323610","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=323610"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/323610\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/323611"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=323610"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=323610"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=323610"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}