Miel Fajardo

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Miel Fajardo
Born
Miel Balinton Fajardo

(2000-01-01) January 1, 2000 (age 24)
San Francisco, Agusan del Sur, Philippines
Nationality Filipino
Other namesSilent Assassin
Statistics
Weight(s) Junior Flyweight
Flyweight
Height1.63 m (5 ft 4 in)
Reach165 cm (65 in)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights16
Wins11
Wins by KO10
Losses3
Draws2

Miel Balinton Fajardo (born 1 January 2000) is a Filipino professional boxer who held the OPBF light flyweight title from August 2023 to April 2024.

Contents

Professional career

Light flyweight

Early years

Miel Fajardo made his professional debut on November 5, 2016, earning a draw against fellow debutant Gringo Navarro.

On August 26, 2018, Miel Fajardo fought ArAr Andales after winning against Joel Ramos via TKO, whereas Andales won controversially. Fajardo won his next bout against Rico Saonoy via TKO in the 3rd Round.

Flyweight

Miel Fajardo moved up to flyweight after beating out Saonoy, and made his flyweight debut against undefeated Chinese, Xiang Li at Qingdao, China, whereas Xiang Li lost via Majority decision.

After beating Xiang Li, Fajardo fought Filipino Martin Cordova where he won and won against 2 more Chinese at China.

Fajardo vs. Gauto

After beating Fernan Agencia and tying with Bienvenido Ligas, Fajardo sets his eyes on undefeated Argentinian boxer Agustin Mauro Gauto. [1] [2] In the last 10 seconds of the 1st Round, Gauto went down via left hand, In the 2nd Round Gauto went down 2 times and manages to stand up again until the referee decides to step in and called stop the bout. [3]

Fajardo vs. Jiamthong

On December 28, 2022, Miel Fajardo fought Thai boxer Sarawut Jiamthong for the Asian Boxing Federation flyweight title. [4] Fajardo earned a 10-seconds KO win and some even said 7-seconds win. [5] Many considered this Match as the Fastest Knockout in Professional boxing. [6]

Return to light flyweight

Cancelled bout against Nhlanhla Tyirha

On May 29, 2023, it was reported that Miel Fajardo would fight South African prospect Nhlanhla Tyirha casting as the Co-main event of the Sivenathi Nontshinga vs Regie Suganob bout. [7] Suddenly on June 28, 2023, Miel Fajardo pulled out as Weekend tournament looms. [8] Whereas Fajardo was replaced by George Kandulo, a Malawian boxer.

Fajardo vs. Gabunilas

On July 15, 2023, it was reported that Miel Fajardo would face fellow Filipino prospect, "Angas ng Cebu" ("Arrogant of Cebu") John Paul Gabunilas on August 15, 2023, at Hoops Dome for the vacant OPBF light flyweight title. [9] The match began, and within just a few seconds, Gabunilas was already downed, after that, Gabunilas stood up but was wobbly, not long after, Gabunilas got knocked down again, Once again, Gabunilas stood up, but he was dropped for the third time, this time, the Referee stopped the bour, making Fajardo win the vacant OPBF light flyweight title, this also serves him, his 3rd KO/TKO win within the First Round in a row. [10]

Fajardo vs. Simsri

On January 2, 2024, Fajardo hinted a picture of a Thai boxer's record on BoxRec, showing an intimidating 32–1 record and rated best active Thai light flyweight boxer by BoxRec prior to the time, on his Facebook "Story",[ citation needed ] by depending on the hinted stats, Thanongsak Simsri completes all the requirements. On the next day, the bout has been confirmed by News article writer Carlos Costa, the article also states that Fajardo will be defending his OPBF light flyweight title and the event will be held at the Land of the Rising Star, Japan (at Osaka) on April 13, 2024, [11] and in February 3, 2024, a news article featuring the bout from The Ring is released. [12] Miel Fajardo was undoubtedly outclassed by the more experienced and technical Simsri, although Fajardo knocked Simsri down in the tenth round, it was not enough, Simsri survived the challenge en route to Simsri becoming the new OPBF light flyweight champion via unanimous decision. [13] [14]

Professional boxing record

16 fights11 wins3 losses
By knockout100
By decision13
Draws2
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, TimeDateLocationNotes
16Loss11–3–2Mchanja YohanaUD12Dec 26, 2024Super Dome Arena, Dar-Es-Salaam, TanzaniaFor vacant WBO Global flyweight title
15Loss11–2–2Thanongsak SimsriUD12Apr 13, 2024 EDION Arena, Osaka, JapanLost OPBF light-flyweight title
14Win11–1–2John Paul GabunilasTKO1 (12), 1:00Aug 15, 2023 Hoops Dome, Lapu-Lapu City, PhilippinesWon vacant OPBF light-flyweight title
13Win10–1–2Sarawut JiamthongKO1 (10), 0:10Dec 28, 2022Spaceplus Bangkok RCA, Bangkok, ThailandWon ABF flyweight title
12Win9–1–2Richard ClaverasKO1 (10), 0:41Jul 30, 2022SM City San Lazaro, Manila, Philippines
11Win8–1–2 Agustin Mauro Gauto TKO2 (8), 1:53Mar 26, 2022Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Dubai, UAE
10Draw7–1–2Ben LigasMD8Jul 3, 2021Urdaneta Cultural Sports Complex, Urdaneta City, Philippines
9Win7–1–1Fernan AgenciaTKO8 (8), 2:32Nov 10, 2019Southern Quezon Convention Center, Gumaca, Philippines
8Win6–1–1Lu ZouTKO1 (6), 1:06Jan 11, 2019Xian Qujiang Internal Conventional & Exhibition Center, Xi'an, China
7Win5–1–1Hui LuTKO6 (6), 2:30Dec 31, 2018ShangLi Boston Hotel, Yinchuan, China
6Win4–1–1Martin CordovaTKO1 (4), 2:32Oct 27, 2018Tolentino Sports and Activity Center, Tagaytay City, Philippines
5Win3–1–1Xiang LiMD6Jul 27, 2018Qingdao Guosen Gymnasium, Qingdao, China
4Win2–1–1Rico SaonoyTKO3 (4), 2:45Mar 10, 2018Mandaluyong City Hall Grounds, Mandaluyong City, Philippines
3Loss1–1–1ArAr AndalesUD4Aug 26, 2017Molino 3, Magdiwang Road, Bacoor, Philippines
2Win1–0–1Joel RamosTKO4 (4), 1:00May 20, 2017Dampa sa Paseo Seafood Restaurant, Malabon City, Philippines
1Draw0–0–1Gringo NavarroPTS4Nov 5, 2016 BSU Gym, Barangay Balili, La Trinidad, Philippines

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References

  1. ↑ Carlos Costa (January 20, 2022). "Miel Fajardo Ready for World-Ranked Argentinian Agustin Mauro Gauto in March 5 at Dubai". philboxing.com. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  2. ↑ Carlos Costa (March 18, 2022). "Miel Fajardo against Argentina's Gauto in Dubai, Supporting bout for Maidana vs Cabrera Exhibition match". philboxing.com. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  3. ↑ "Agustin Mauro Gauto vs Miel Fajardo completed match results". tapology.com. March 26, 2022. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  4. ↑ Carlos Costa (December 22, 2022). "Fire & Fury: Miel Fajardo for ABF title in December 28 at Thailand". philboxing.com. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  5. ↑ Edri Aznar (December 29, 2022). "Miel Fajardo continues win streak against Thai opponent in Bangkok". sunstar.com. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  6. ↑ Randy Caluag (December 30, 2022). "Gone in 7 seconds, Fajardo logs fastest KO in Pro Boxing". manilastandard.net. Retrieved August 17, 2023.
  7. ↑ "Fajardo faces Tyirha for IBF light flyweight title". sunstar.com. May 29, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  8. ↑ Mesuli Zifo (June 28, 2023). "Tyirha bout at risk of being cancelled". dispatchlive.co.za. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  9. ↑ "Double OPBF title matches on August 15 at Hoops Dome". cebudailynews.net. July 15, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  10. ↑ "Miel Fajardo KOs Gabunilas in 60 seconds". sunstar.com. August 16, 2023. Retrieved August 17, 2023.
  11. ↑ Carlos Costa (January 3, 2024). "Miel Fajardo to Defend HIS OPBF Belt Against KO Artist Thanongsak Sismri in Japan (Analysis)". philboxing.com. Retrieved April 14, 2024.
  12. ↑ Wasim Mather (February 3, 2024). "Thanongsak Simsri takes a step up with clash against Miel Fajardo in Japan". ringtv.com. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
  13. ↑ Carlos Costa (April 13, 2024). "Fajardo Knocks Down Simsri But Loses by Decision". philboxing.com. Retrieved April 14, 2024.
  14. ↑ "Thanongsak decisions Fajardo, wins OPBF light flyweight title in Osaka". boxingnews.jp. April 14, 2024. Retrieved April 14, 2024.
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