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Miel Fajardo

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.

Miel Fajardo
Fajardo in 2025
Personal information
NicknameSilent Assassin
NationalityFilipino
BornMiel Balinton Fajardo
(2000-01-01) January 1, 2000 (age 26)
San Francisco, Agusan del Sur, Philippines
Height1.63 m (5 ft 4 in)
WeightJunior Flyweight
Flyweight
Boxing career
Reach165 cm (65 in)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights19
Wins14
Win by KO12
Losses3
Draws2

Professional career

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Light flyweight

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Early years

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Cancelled bout against Nhlanhla Tyirha

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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

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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

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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 on 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]

Thrilla in Manila II Countdown

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On October 26, 2025, in an early boxing event dedicated as the 50th Year Anniversary of the historic Thrilla in Manila between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. Co-featured bout, Fajardo will face compatriot contender Esneth Domingo for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific Flyweight title in a ten-round bout at the San Andres Sports Complex in Manila.[15] Fajardo won via UD, recording his first decision victory in seven years.[16]

Fajardo vs. Reyes

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In March 2026, it was announced that Fajardo was set in an IBF flyweight title eliminator against Argentine contender and number 3-rated Jeremias Reyes in Gálvez, Santa Fe, Argentina on April 11, 2026. Previously, Reyes also fought in an IBF flyweight title eliminator against Felix Alvarado in December 2024, however he lost via MD.[16][17] Fajardo would knock Reyes down four times within 65 seconds before the referee halted the bout in the first round in 1:05. Fajardo would stun the hometown crowd and will be the mandatory challenger for the IBF world flyweight title.[18][19]

Professional boxing record

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19 fights 14 wins 3 losses
By knockout 12 0
By decision 2 3
Draws 2
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, Time Date Location Notes
19 Win 14–3–2 Tobias Jeremias Reyes TKO 1 (12), 1:05 Apr 11, 2026 Club Atlético Santa Paula, Gálvez, Argentina
18 Win 13–3–2 Esneth Domingo UD 10 Oct 26, 2025 San Andres Sports Complex, Manila, Philippines Won vacant IBF Pan Pacific flyweight title
17 Win 12–3–2 Miller Alapormina KO 1 (8), 0:22 Aug 24, 2025 The Grand Flash Ballroom of the Elorde Sports Complex, Parañaque, Philippines
16 Loss 11–3–2 Mchanja Yohana UD 12 Dec 26, 2024 Super Dome Arena, Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania For vacant WBO Global flyweight title
15 Loss 11–2–2 Thanongsak Simsri UD 12 Apr 13, 2024 EDION Arena Osaka, Osaka, Japan Lost OPBF light-flyweight title
14 Win 11–1–2 John Paul Gabunilas TKO 1 (12), 1:00 Aug 15, 2023 Hoops Dome, Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines Won vacant OPBF light-flyweight title
13 Win 10–1–2 Sarawut Jiamthong KO 1 (10), 0:10 Dec 28, 2022 Spaceplus Bangkok RCA, Bangkok, Thailand Won vacant ABF flyweight title
12 Win 9–1–2 Richard Claveras KO 1 (10), 0:41 Jul 30, 2022 SM City San Lazaro, Manila, Philippines
11 Win 8–1–2 Agustin Mauro Gauto TKO 2 (8), 1:53 Mar 26, 2022 Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10 Draw 7–1–2 Ben Ligas MD 8 Jul 3, 2021 Urdaneta Cultural Sports Complex, Urdaneta, Philippines
9 Win 7–1–1 Fernan Agencia TKO 8 (8), 2:32 Nov 10, 2019 Southern Quezon Convention Center, Gumaca, Philippines
8 Win 6–1–1 Lu Zou TKO 1 (6), 1:06 Jan 11, 2019 Xian Qujiang Internal Conventional & Exhibition Center, Xi'an, China
7 Win 5–1–1 Hui Lu TKO 6 (6), 2:30 Dec 31, 2018 ShangLi Boston Hotel, Yinchuan, China
6 Win 4–1–1 Martin Cordova TKO 1 (4), 2:32 Oct 27, 2018 Tolentino Sports and Activity Center, Tagaytay, Philippines
5 Win 3–1–1 Xiang Li MD 6 Jul 27, 2018 Qingdao Guosen Gymnasium, Qingdao, China
4 Win 2–1–1 Rico Saonoy TKO 3 (4), 2:45 Mar 10, 2018 Mandaluyong City Hall Grounds, Mandaluyong, Philippines
3 Loss 1–1–1 ArAr Andales UD 4 Aug 26, 2017 Molino 3 Magdiwang Road, Bacoor, Philippines
2 Win 1–0–1 Joel Ramos TKO 4 (4), 1:00 May 20, 2017 Dampa sa Paseo Seafood Restaurant, Malabon, Philippines
1 Draw 0–0–1 Gringo Navarro PTS 4 Nov 5, 2016 BSU Gym, La Trinidad, Philippines

References

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  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.
  15. ↑ Songalia, Ryan (October 25, 2025). "Pedro Taduran, Christian Balunan make weight for IBF title clash out". boxingscene.com. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  16. 1 2 Giongco, Nick (January 9, 2026). "Fast forward". tribune.net.ph. Retrieved April 12, 2026.
  17. ↑ Wainwright, Anson (March 12, 2026). "TOBIAS REYES-MIEL FAJARDO IBF ELIMINATOR SET FOR FOR APR. 11". ringmagazine.com. Retrieved April 12, 2026.
  18. ↑ Greisman, Davis (April 11, 2026). "Miel Fajardo shocks Tobias Reyes in first round of IBF eliminator". boxingscene.com. Retrieved April 12, 2026.
  19. ↑ Rosal, Glendale G. (April 12, 2026). "Fajardo stuns Reyes in Argentina, earns world title shot". cebudailynews.inquirer.net. Retrieved April 12, 2026.
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