Hiroba Minowa, the young Japanese strawweight, aims to bounce back at ONE Fight Night 23 after a challenging run of results. Despite promising beginnings in ONE Championship, Minowa faced tough contenders like Jarred Brooks, Bokang Masunyane, and Gustavo Balart, resulting in setbacks.
In a recent interview with ONE Championship, Lito Adiwang, who has faced both Minowa and Miado, shared his insights on Minowa’s path to victory. Adiwang believes that Minowa’s best chance lies in taking the fight to the ground and controlling Miado. Whether through submission or scoring points, Adiwang emphasizes that this approach is “the only way” for Minowa to secure a win.
Jeremy Miado, on the other hand, has struggled in his last three outings due to difficulties keeping fights standing. His focus has been on improving his striking defense and maintaining a dominant position. As both contenders clash, fight night will reveal whether Minowa can execute his game plan and emerge victorious.
🚨 Joshua Pacio eyes Hiroba Minowa vs. Jeremy Miado at ONE Fight Night 23! 👀
🔥 “The Passion” says both are going all out with everything on the line. 💥
⚔️ Minowa's relentless wrestling vs. Miado's elite striking. 🤔
🚨 “If Miado can fend off Minowa’s takedowns and strike,… pic.twitter.com/pOTvnO2y4r
— World of MMA (@worldofmixedma) July 3, 2024
Hiroba Minowa started his mixed martial arts journey at the tender age of 12, following his father’s suggestion. By middle school, he was already competing in junior Shooto events. His dedication and skill led him to win multiple amateur Shooto titles and secure third place in a national Shooto tournament during high school.
Hiroba Minowa’s MMA Career
- Record: Minowa boasts a professional record of 13 wins and 5 losses.
- Weight Class: He competes in the flyweight division (125 lbs / 56.7 kg).
- Fighting Style: Minowa combines striking and grappling techniques to great effect.
Notable Fights
At One Championship – Fists of Fury 3 in February 2021, Hiroba Minowa secured a split-decision win against Alex Silva, showcasing his well-rounded skills. Minowa’s submission game is impressive. He has finished several opponents via rear-naked choke and keylock. Despite facing tough opponents like Gustavo Balart and Bokang Masunyane, Minowa continues to evolve as a fighter.
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