Filipino knockout artist Jeremy “The Jaguar” Miado will test his flyweight credentials against rising Uzbek star Avazbek “Ninzya” Kholmirzaev at ONE Fight Night 38: Andrade vs. Baatarkhuu on Friday, December 5, at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The match features two aggressive head-hunters who look to dazzle in ONE Championship’s final U.S. primetime event of the year and grab a spot in the promotion’s top-five rankings.
Miado Ready for Massive Flyweight Test at ONE Fight Night 38
Miado made waves earlier this year by successfully navigating his transition from strawweight to flyweight, defeating Gilbert Nakatani via unanimous decision at ONE Fight Night 28 in February. The weight class change appears to have breathed new life into the 32-year-old veteran’s career, with the extra pounds allowing him to showcase improved power while maintaining the lightning-quick combinations that have made him a fan favorite ahead of ONE Fight Night 38 on Dec. 5.
Throughout his professional journey, Miado has compiled six stoppage victories by deploying his aggressive boxing, wild jumping knees, and tireless forward pressure. His performance against Nakatani demonstrated sharper technical execution than previous outings, as the Filipino controlled the striking exchanges and imposed his game plan more effectively over 15 minutes against the experienced Japanese-American competitor.
The December showdown at ONE Fight Night 38 represents a significant step up in competition for “The Jaguar,” as he looks to accelerate his climb toward title contention. Miado’s preference for seeking finishes over grinding out decisions will be tested against an opponent whose finishing rate rivals anyone in the division.
Kholmirzaev Continues Rapid Ascent in ONE Fight Night 38
At ONE Fight Night 38, Kholmirzaev looks to maintain the dominance that has defined his career. He carved his path to ONE Championship’s main roster through dominant showings on the ONE Friday Fights circuit in Thailand. The 24-year-old stormed onto the scene with three first-round finishes that immediately caught the attention of matchmakers and fans alike, though a setback in September 2024 provided his first taste of adversity under the ONE banner.
The Uzbek prospect bounced back impressively, stringing together three consecutive stoppages before landing the career-defining triumph over former two-time DEEP Flyweight Champion Tatsumitsu “The Sweeper” Wada in July. That commanding unanimous decision performance earned “Ninzya” a six-figure contract and graduation to ONE’s main roster, validating his readiness for elite-level competition.
Kholmirzaev’s appearance at ONE Fight Night 37 earlier this month further cemented his status as a legitimate threat, as he weathered early storms from unbeaten EFC Champion Willie “White Lion” van Rooyen before securing an armbar submission at 3:52 of the first round. The victory pushed his professional record to 14-2 with an eye-popping 13 finishes.
High Stakes at ONE Fight Night 38
Victory at ONE Fight Night 38 could launch Miado into the upper tier of flyweight contenders, validating his move up in weight while opening doors to marquee matchups against ranked opposition. The Filipino veteran must prove his February success wasn’t an anomaly while demonstrating he can handle the division’s young lions who possess similar killer instincts and championship aspirations.
Kholmirzaev views this bout as another platform to showcase why he deserves consideration among the division’s top-five. Defeating a respected veteran with regional recognition would strengthen “Ninzya’s” case for a spot in the flyweight MMA rankings and move him closer to a crack at the ONE Flyweight MMA World Title.
ONE Fight Night 38 airs live on Prime Video on Friday, December 5. The action begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT. The event is free for all Amazon Prime subscribers in the U.S. and Canada.
