Juan Francisco Estrada, the WBC super flyweight champion, is gearing up to face off against the undefeated Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez this summer in Glendale, Arizona. However, concerns have been raised about Estrada’s two-year layoff since his last fight in 2022. The extended break from the ring may prove to be a significant hurdle for the aging champion as he steps into the ring with the young and hungry Rodriguez.
Despite talks of taking a tune-up fight to prepare for the showdown, Estrada will dive straight into the deep end against Rodriguez. The 24-year-old phenom has been showcasing his talent at a higher level than Estrada in recent bouts. With wins over notable opponents like Sunny Edwards and Srisaket Sor Rungvisai, Rodriguez has proven that he possesses the skill and power to dominate his opponents.
Estrada’s recent performances against Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez and Ari Cortes have left much to be desired. He has managed to scrape by with questionable wins in his last three fights, leaving fans and pundits skeptical of his ability to withstand the onslaught from Rodriguez. While Estrada is undoubtedly skilled, age may have caught up with him, and his diminishing performances are evident of that.
For Rodriguez, this fight represents a step up in competition on paper, but his recent victories over top contenders suggest otherwise. The young fighter has been on a tear, decimating his opponents with ease. His ability to take control of the fight and dictate the pace could spell trouble for the aging Estrada. Rodriguez is poised to make a statement in the super flyweight division and a win over the experienced champion would solidify his status as a force to be reckoned with.
As the date for the showdown draws near, all eyes will be on Estrada and Rodriguez as they prepare to face off in the ring. The clash of experience versus youth, skill versus power, will undoubtedly make for an intriguing matchup. Will Estrada defy the odds and prove that he still has what it takes to remain on top, or will Rodriguez emerge victorious and signal a changing of the guard in the super flyweight division? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain – the fight on June 29th will be one for the ages.