Boxing Match Preview: Mizuki Hiruta (5-0-0, 1 KO) vs. Gloria Gallard (16-3-3, 7 KOs)

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Venue & Event Details

Location: Thunder Studios, 20434 S Santa Fe Ave, Long Beach, CA, USA

Start Time: 9:00pm ET / 6:00pm PT (Sunday 1:00am BST UK, 9:00am PHT Philippines, 12:00pm AEST Australia)

Broadcast: UFC Fight Pass (global digital subscription service)

Promoter: Tom Loeffler’s 360 Promotions (Hollywood Fight Nights series)

Injury Report

Mizuki Hiruta: No reported injuries; enters fight healthy after three successful defenses earlier in 2025.

Gloria Gallardo: Cleared for competition; no injury concerns ahead of her first world title opportunity.

Fighter Matchups & Styles

Mizuki “MIMI” Hiruta (Japan, Southpaw)

Record: 9-0-0 (2 KOs)

Style: Technical southpaw, sharp counterpuncher, high ring IQ.

Strengths: Precision, adaptability, stamina, defensive awareness.

Weaknesses: Low KO rate; relies on skill over power.

Gloria “Depredadora” Gallardo (Mexico, Orthodox)

Record: 16-3-3 (7 KOs)

Style: Aggressive pressure fighter, durable, experienced.

Strengths: Work rate, toughness, ability to push pace.

Weaknesses: Susceptible to slick boxers; limited success at elite level.

Recent Form & Fight History

Hiruta (2025 campaign):

TKO win vs Maribel Ramirez (Jan 2025).

UD win vs Carla Merino (May 2025).

UD win vs Naomy Cardenas Gomez (Aug 2025).

ESPN’s #1 ranked super flyweight, making her sixth title defense.

Gallardo:

Former IBO Flyweight Champion.

Earned title shot through consistent performances in Mexico.

First time fighting for a major world title at 115 lbs.

Betting Trends

Heavy money on Hiruta by decision.

Gallardo backers targeting upset via pressure and volume.

Sharps see Hiruta’s technical edge as decisive, but Gallardo’s toughness makes over/under props attractive.

Outlook

This fight is a classic technician vs pressure fighter matchup. Hiruta’s southpaw precision and composure should control the pace, while Gallardo will attempt to overwhelm with aggression. Expect Hiruta to box smartly, using angles and counters to neutralize Gallardo’s pressure.

FIGHT ODDS

Mizuki Hiruta                     – 500

Gloria Gallard                    + 400

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, November 21, 2025

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