{"id":316938,"date":"2025-11-30T19:08:13","date_gmt":"2025-11-30T19:08:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/316938\/"},"modified":"2025-11-30T19:08:13","modified_gmt":"2025-11-30T19:08:13","slug":"5-reasons-to-watch-one-fight-night-38-andrade-vs-baatarkhuu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/316938\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons To Watch ONE Fight Night 38: Andrade Vs. Baatarkhuu"},"content":{"rendered":"

The world\u2019s largest martial arts organization will close out 2025 with a bang at ONE Fight Night 38: Andrade vs. Baatarkhuu on Prime Video<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Broadcasting live in U.S. primetime on Friday, December 5, from Bangkok\u2019s Lumpinee Stadium, this blockbuster showcase delivers two ONE World Title fights, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu dream match, and international stars ready to explode onto the global stage.<\/p>\n

Here are five reasons why you can\u2019t afford to miss ONE Fight Night 38.<\/p>\n

#1 A Must-See Bantamweight MMA World Title Fight<\/p>\n

ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion Fabricio \u201cWonder Boy\u201d Andrade<\/a>\u2018s sniper-like precision striking collides with #4-ranked contender Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu<\/a>\u2018s suffocating grappling arsenal in the main event.<\/p>\n

Andrade has established himself as one of the most feared finishers in the game. The Brazilian\u2019s crushing body assault has spelled the demise of the world\u2019s best 145-pound fighters.<\/p>\n

He outclassed feared headhunter and former ONE World Champion John \u201cHands of Stone\u201d Lineker<\/a> twice, then reasserted his dominance with a spectacular 42-second demolition of \u201cPretty Boy\u201d Kwon Won Il<\/a> at ONE 170<\/a> this past January.<\/p>\n

But now, \u201cWonder Boy\u201d faces his most fearsome challenger yet. Baatarkhuu\u2019s popularity is at an all-time high following his standout performance on \u201cNetflix\u2019s Physical: Asia.\u201d<\/p>\n

Inside the ring, the 36-year-old has built his reputation on dominance. He\u2019s submitted Jhanlo Mark \u201cThe Machine\u201d Sangiao<\/a>, Carlo Bumina-ang,<\/a> and Aaron \u201cTommy Gun\u201d Canarte<\/a> before dismantling Jeremy \u201cThe Juggernaut\u201d Pacatiw<\/a> at ONE Fight Night 29<\/a> this past March.<\/p>\n

A victory would make him Mongolia\u2019s second ONE MMA World Champion, following in the footsteps of his mentor and former featherweight king Narantungalag \u201cTungaa\u201d Jadambaa<\/a>.<\/p>\n

#2 A New Submission Grappling World Champion Will Be Crowned<\/p>\n

In the co-main event, a new warrior will etch his name into the promotion\u2019s distinguished line of submission grappling World Champions.<\/p>\n

The vacant ONE Flyweight Submission Grappling World Title will find its new owner when two-time ADCC World Champion Diogo \u201cBaby Shark\u201d Reis<\/a> faces Japanese standout Daiki Yonekura<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Reis announced his arrival at ONE Fight Night 29 this past March, handing Shoya Ishiguro<\/a> his only ONE loss. The Melqui Galvao product showcased the complete package, combining suffocating top pressure with creative submission setups before forcing a tap via crushing kimura.<\/p>\n

Standing across from him is Yonekura, an underdog ready to shock the world. The 28-year-old IGLOO representative captured gold at the 2024 IBJJF Pan Pacific Championship and 2024 ADCC Sydney Open.<\/p>\n

His game is built on speed, precision, and intricate leg entanglements that create a fascinating stylistic clash against Reis\u2019 high-octane attacking style.<\/p>\n

#3 BJJ Legends Clash In A Dream Match<\/p>\n

The grappling world gets its once-in-a-lifetime dream match when BJJ icons Marcelo Garcia<\/a> and Lachlan Giles<\/a> square off in lightweight submission grappling action.<\/p>\n

Garcia is widely regarded as the sport\u2019s greatest competitor, capturing four ADCC World Championships and five IBJJF World Titles.<\/p>\n

After battling stomach cancer in 2023, \u201cMarcelinho\u201d made his triumphant return following a 15-year hiatus at ONE 170 this past January. Against fellow pioneer Masakazu \u201cAshikan-Judan\u201d Imanari<\/a>, the 42-year-old Brazilian showcased fundamental perfection, methodically breaking down defenses before securing a north-south choke.<\/p>\n

But another legend is coming out of retirement to face the BJJ GOAT. Giles, who last competed in 2022, couldn\u2019t refuse the chance to test himself against the man he reveres most.<\/p>\n

The Australian tactician is the mastermind behind modern leg locks, weaponizing the K-Guard into one of the sport\u2019s most feared systems. He proved technique conquers size during his bronze-medal finish in the 2019 ADCC Absolute division, submitting three heavyweights via inside heel hook.<\/p>\n

Despite his profound respect for Garcia, Giles plans to deploy his intricate guard work and devastating leg attacks to defeat his idol.<\/p>\n

#4 Potential World Title Challengers Could Emerge<\/p>\n

ONE Women\u2019s Atomweight Kickboxing World Champion \u201cThe Queen\u201d Phetjeeja<\/a> is returning to her Muay Thai roots in a quest to become a two-sport ONE World Champion.<\/p>\n

But standing in her path is Polish buzzsaw Martyna Dominczak<\/a>, who sees the Thai superstar as her stepping stone to glory.<\/p>\n

Phetjeeja brings a pristine 7-0 ONE Championship record into the clash. Her blinding speed, devastating power, and technical precision have proven unstoppable against elite competition, including Janet \u201cJT\u201d Todd<\/a>, Anissa \u201cC18\u201d Meksen<\/a>, and Kana \u201cKrusher Queen\u201d Morimoto<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Dominczak presents a different challenge. The 23-year-old carries a 3-1 slate in the promotion, riding back-to-back victories over Yu Yau Pui<\/a> and Cynthia Flores<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The winner positions herself for a shot at undisputed ONE Women\u2019s Atomweight Muay Thai World Champion Allycia Hellen Rodrigues<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Across the card, Aliff Sor Dechapan<\/a> and Ramadan \u201cThe Scorpion\u201d Ondash<\/a> collide to determine the next challenger for reigning ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Champion Prajanchai PK Saenchai<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Aliff rides a four-fight winning streak, most recently dominating Elmehdi \u201cThe Sniper\u201d El Jamari<\/a> at ONE Fight Night 32<\/a>. The Thai-Malaysian striker\u2019s precise combinations and relentless pressure make him a dangerous threat.<\/p>\n

But the 19-year-old Ondash can match that intensity. The Lebanese phenom won a life-changing US$100,000 contract at ONE Friday Fights and has left a trail of destruction across his own four-fight winning streak.<\/p>\n

This clash of young guns promises fireworks, and only one will take his career to new heights.<\/p>\n

#5 Last U.S. Primetime Event Of The Year<\/p>\n

For twelve months, ONE Championship delivered unforgettable moments through its U.S. primetime series on Prime Video.<\/p>\n

Now ONE Fight Night 38 closes the chapter on 2025 with elite MMA, explosive Muay Thai, and world-class grappling, all on one card.<\/p>\n

For these warriors stepping into the ring on December 5, this isn\u2019t just another fight. It\u2019s their last chance in 2025 to cement legacies, launch World Title runs, and prove they belong among the world\u2019s best.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The world\u2019s largest martial arts organization will close out 2025 with a bang at ONE Fight Night 38:…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":316939,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[444],"tags":[49,48,641,638,82],"class_list":{"0":"post-316938","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-mma","8":"tag-ca","9":"tag-canada","10":"tag-fighting","11":"tag-mma","12":"tag-sports"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/316938","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=316938"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/316938\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/316939"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=316938"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=316938"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=316938"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}