This post contains spoilers for One Piece.
Summary
- Kizaru and Sentomaru have a shared past, setting up an emotional fight in Episode 1125.
- Kizaru will likely defeat Sentomaru due to his motivation to not disappoint Saint Jay Garcia Saturn.
- Luffy is expected to face off against Kizaru next and has grown significantly stronger to challenge the Admiral.
The Straw Hat Pirates finally subdued York and the Seraphim in One Piece Episode 1124. The crew was in a race against time to capture York as she was trying to get rid of the other satellites, including the main one.
Fortunately, Nico Robin and Atlas found York, and they wasted no time in stopping her. This was followed by an interaction between Luffy and the Five Elders. As the episode moved forward, fans got to see the Marines edging closer to the island and taking out the Sea Beast Weapons. The episode ended on a cliffhanger with Kizaru charging at Sentomaru.
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One Piece Episode 1124 sparked a massive debate among the fandom.
Sentomaru And Kizaru Know Each Other Well
The Two Met Many Years Prior To The Current Timeline
One thing that fans must have noticed is how Sentomaru called Kizaru ‘uncle.’ This is a clear indication that the two share a bond that runs deeper than their ties to the organization. In a short flashback, Sentomaru can be seen walking next to Kizaru, which lends further credence to the claim.
Since the two have a history, the fight between them will be emotional. The most intriguing thing about this matchup is how Kizaru will deal with Sentomaru. The Admiral might not be as ruthless as Akainu, but he is a lot more unpredictable. When he debuted in the Sabaody arc, Kizaru seemed like an easygoing person who did not go out of his way to stop criminals. But fans changed their perception of him when he started beating multiple Supernovas. He seemed like an unstoppable force of nature who would not rest until everyone had submitted.
Here I go, Sentomaru-kun! —Kizaru
Due to his personality, it is hard to say how Kizaru will approach the fight. If he goes all out, then Sentomaru’s defeat is imminent. But if he holds back, it will give the Straw Hat Pirates more time to get off the island and rescue Dr. Vegapunk and his satellites.
One of the main reasons why Kizaru cannot hold back is because Saint Jaygarcia Saturn has accompanied him to the island. Under normal circumstances, the Admiral could have given it more thought and possibly lied, but Saturn will not let him do such a thing.
With Kizaru going all out, it is safe to say that Sentomaru is done for. Even though the latter claims to have the strongest defense in the world, the Admiral should not have too much trouble dealing with him. So, fans can expect the fight to end in Episode 1125.
What Will Happen After The Fight?
Once Kizaru has beaten Sentomaru, he will be free to roam the island and go after other satellites and the pirates. It’s quite obvious that someone else needs to step up and put an end to Kizaru’s involvement on the island. There are many strong fighters on Egghead Island, but only one of them can actually stop Kizaru.
This individual is none other than Monkey D. Luffy. Even in the recent trailer for Egghead Island, Luffy could be seen fighting Kizaru. The gods of fate have given Luffy a chance to settle the score and get back at Kizaru for the humiliation that the Admiral caused him.
It’s quite obvious that the Straw Hat Pirates only survived because of Silvers Rayleigh and Bartholomew Kuma. Had they not intervened, Kizaru would have rounded up the Straw Hats and sent them to Impel Down. It was certainly a traumatic experience for the entire crew, but this time things are going to be different.
Luffy Has Become A Lot Stronger
Luffy has grown significantly stronger, and he can easily hang with the big names. Luffy is able to use all three types of Haki, making him part of a special list of characters. Additionally, he possesses the Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika which gives him access to the powers of the Sun God.
Luffy has mastered the use of his Devil Fruit, and he can now use different gears without any repercussions. His fight against Kaido gave him a taste of what it feels like going face-to-face with one of the strongest individuals in the world. So, Luffy should not have too many problems overcoming Kizaru.
