Juan Francisco Estrada to Defend Titles Against Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez
Kosport Magazine – After a long layoff, Juan Francisco Estrada is set to defend his WBC and Ring super flyweight titles against the undefeated Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez in the main event of a highly-anticipated night of boxing. Taking place this Saturday, June 29th, the event will be live on DAZN from the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona at 9:00 p.m. ET.
Estrada, a veteran of 16 years in the pros, will have to prove he still has what it takes to retain his prestigious titles. In his last appearance in the ring, many felt he didn’t look like his former self. It seems age may have caught up to the experienced fighter, but he’s determined to prove otherwise.
The Mexican champion’s performance hasn’t been up to par since his controversial split decision victory over Roman ‘Chocolatito’ Gonzalez in March of 2021. In his most recent bouts against Argi Cortes and Chocolatito Gonzalez, Estrada struggled and didn’t live up to expectations.
This has fueled speculation that the 31-year-old may be past his prime. Some even believe he was gifted a decision in his third fight against Chocolatito. If Estrada can’t raise his game, Rodriguez may take full advantage and prove to be the better fighter on Saturday night.
Can Estrada Prove His Critics Wrong?
The judges in Chocolatito’s home state of Arizona were not favorable towards the Nicaraguan boxer in the trilogy fight against Estrada. Many felt Chocolatito was blatantly robbed of a victory by the judges’ decision. This controversial outcome only added fuel to the fire in the debate surrounding Estrada’s ability to compete at the highest level.
It’s clear that Estrada will need to dig deep and prove his critics wrong to retain his titles against Rodriguez. If he fails to deliver, the undefeated challenger will have the opportunity to make a statement and establish himself as a top competitor in the lower-weight divisions.
But with a champion’s heart and a determined mindset, Estrada is ready to take on anyone who doubts him. He knows he must bring his A-game on Saturday night to come out on top against Rodriguez, a tough and hungry opponent.
The Rising Star: Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez
Rodriguez, a former IBF and WBO champion at 112 pounds, is looking to establish himself as one of the best in the sport by taking on the legendary Estrada in the higher weight class of 115 pounds.
With the flyweight division currently lacking high-level matchups, Rodriguez is making the move back up to 115 to challenge some of the best in the division, including Estrada, Fernando Martinez, Kazuto Ioka, and Kosei Tanaka.
Undercard Fights to Keep an Eye On
In addition to the highly-anticipated main event, the night is also stacked with exciting undercard fights. Sunny Edwards will take on Adrian Curiel, Yamileth Mercado vs. Ramla Ali, and Arturo Cardenas vs. Danny Barrio, to name a few.
Kosport Magazine’s Take
Kosport Magazine’s prediction for Saturday’s main event is that it will be a thrilling night of boxing. Juan Francisco Estrada is a seasoned veteran and will not go down without a fight. However, Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez’s hunger and determination may just be too much for him to handle.
Tune in to DAZN on Saturday, June 29th, for what is sure to be an epic showdown between two skilled and determined fighters. Don’t miss the chance to witness history in the making as Bam Rodriguez looks to dethrone a legend in Juan Francisco Estrada.
