Fabricio Andrade on going to the body before targeting the head: “This is going to slowly be killing you”

ONE bantamweight MMA world champion Fabricio Andrade of Brazil believes the art of striking is more of a symphony.

‘Wonder Boy’ is a true artist when it comes to knocking out his foes, using systematic destruction to leave his challengers in the dust.

The secret lies in his methodical understanding of slowly breaking down an opponent’s defenses by attacking what most fighters ignore.

The 28-year-old destroyer is a master of brutalizing the body with pinpoint blows to the liver and mid-section.

Andrade’s last opponent, Kwon Won Il, lasted just 42 seconds after absorbing a wicked shot at ONE 170 that left the South Korean writhing in pain on the canvas.

In an interview with the South China Morning Post (SCMP), Andrade explained his efficient plan of attack:

“I always hit your head, but I'm always thinking about your body. Because I know, especially after you use a lot of strength, you know, you're going to be a little bit tired and if you get hits to the body, this is going to slowly be killing you. And eventually you're going to get knocked out.”

Andrade will look to use the same lower-body assault against Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu in the bantamweight title showdown that headlines ONE Fight Night 38.

The full event will stream live in U.S. primetime from Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Dec. 5, free on Prime Video for North American audiences.

Watch the full interview:

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Fabricio Andrade unimpressed by Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu's predictable style

Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu's ferocious grappling style has powered him to a 6-1 record in the home of martial arts.

While he applauds the Mongolian challenger for his rise, Fabricio Andrade believes he'll put an end to it at ONE Fight Night 38.

'Wonder Boy' told SCMP:

“I think his style is always kind of the same. You know, he doesn't change too much. He likes to get to the ropes and then try to take you down, and he just lays you down, you know, tries to make you use your strength and get tired.”