Mizuki Hiruta successfully defended her WBO and Ring Magazine super flyweight titles with a composed and calculated performance against Mai Soliman at the “Glory in Giza” event.
Fighting in front of a high-profile crowd in Egypt, Hiruta showcased her technical edge over the hard-hitting challenger, earning a unanimous decision victory with scores of 99-91 and 98-92 twice. The win marked her seventh successful title defense and kept her undefeated record intact at 11-0.
From the opening round, the contrast in styles was clear. Hiruta relied on speed, movement, and volume, while Soliman looked to make her presence felt with power shots. Although the Egyptian-born Australian landed some eye-catching right hands early, Hiruta’s activity and precision allowed her to dictate the pace.
As the fight progressed, Hiruta’s control became more pronounced. Using sharp footwork, she consistently moved in and out of range, stringing together combinations that kept Soliman on the back foot. While Soliman continued to search for openings, her opportunities grew increasingly limited against the champion’s disciplined approach.
The challenger had her most effective stretch in the later rounds, particularly in the eighth, where she connected with several clean punches that briefly put Hiruta on the defensive. She attempted to build on that momentum heading into the ninth, again finding success with straight right hands.
However, Hiruta weathered the pressure and quickly re-established control, closing out the fight with smart boxing to secure the decision.
For Soliman, who entered the bout riding a six-fight winning streak with multiple stoppage victories, it was a tough but valuable experience against one of the division’s most refined operators. Her record now stands at 10-2, while Hiruta continues to strengthen her position as one of the leading names in the super flyweight division.