IBF flyweight champion Sunny Edwards predicts he’s going to make WBO champ Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodiguez “look silly” when they meet in a unification fight on December 16th live on DAZN at the Desert Diamond Arena, in Glendale, Arizona.
Edwards (20-0, 4 KOs) will be on the road for this one, entering hostile territory fighting the hard-hitting phenom ‘Bam’ Rodriguez (18-0, 11 KOs) in front of what is expected to be a large pro-Rodriguez crowd.
Sunny’s lack of power will be a huge obstacle for him in this fight because ‘Bam’ can really punch, and he’s also an outstanding boxer. All the slick moves that Sunny typically uses likely won’t help him against the 23-year-old Texas native ‘Bam’ Rodriguez if he can’t stand his ground on December 16th.
Edwards’ recent performance against Andres Campos had to have given promoter Eddie Hearn second thoughts about his decision to sign him to his Maatchroom Boxing stable because he looked awful.
Before the fight, Hearn had been talking about how great Sunny is and how he would be the best fighter in the UK, but man, he looked dreadful. If Sunny loses to Bam in a one-sided blowout, Hearn could be looking to free himself of this albatross.
Bam has looked outstanding in his last five fights against these quality operators:
– Cristian Gonzalez
– Israel Gonzalez
– Srisaket Sor Rungvisai
– Carlo Cuadras
– Jose Alejandro Burgos
It’s questionable whether Sunny could beat any of those talents, but he doesn’t have the pop in his punches to get the job done.
“I’ve been waiting for this event; I think, my whole life. My whole boxing career definitely,” said Sunny Edwards to Matchroom Boxing about his December 16th unification fight against WBO flyweight champion Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez.
“I think at my weight division, I’ve always escaped those events that people really care about. I mean, look at this, everyone’s excited about the AJ fight coming on; I can’t wait for this fight.
“I want to thank the man to my right, Eddie Hearn, for making it happen. He delivered me on his promise. It took one fight longer than we both wanted, but we managed to bully ‘Bam’ and his team into a corner.
“They couldn’t run away no more, and now, 16th of December, Arizona, we’ll go to work.
“I don’t know, to be honest,” said Edwards when asked what ‘Bam’ Rodriguez brings that he’s never seen before. “I think I’ve been in some with some very good fighters.
“Bam’s definitely exciting, and he’s definitely got a lot of hype, traction behind his career, but I’m looking to put a big stop to that. I feel like he can’t come forward.
“I’m going to have him falling in all night, and I think I’m going to make him look silly in his backyard. Well, the closest thing.
“Well, it’s a, it’s a top pound-for-pound fighter. I genuinely believe me and ‘Bam’ are two of the brightest talents in World Boxing at the moment. I genuinely believe that. I think a lot of people that have seen our careers and trajectories are very similar.
“We’ve been career boxers our whole life. I think this is generally at our ages as elite as the elite can get and that it could be a special one to close out the year,” said Edwards.
Eddie Hearn:
Get ready for a boxing bonanza as Jesse Rodriguez and Sunny Edwards square off for the WBO and IBF World titles, making it one of the year’s headline events in the ring. It’s a refreshing change to see top dogs in the division actually face each other. Sunny Edwards, our latest addition, is hungry for a challenge, and Jesse Rodriguez is riding a wave of triumphs. It’s rare and frankly quite thrilling to see two undefeated young guns at their peak ready to throw down in earnest. This isn’t just a fight; it’s the crème de la crème going toe-to-toe.
The undercard? Oh, it’s brimming with fights that matter, shaping careers left and right. Trust me, this is the kind of night you tell your grandkids about, all streaming live on DAZN.
Jesse Rodriguez:
This fight is the big ticket of my career, but hey, I’m just rolling with it as I always do – cool as a cucumber. I’m not about the trash talk; I let my fists do the convincing, and come Saturday, everyone’s in for a show.
Think of this as just another day in my world. I’ve done my homework, nailed the strategy, and I’m set to walk away with a win, his title, and his undefeated record. It’s showtime.
Respect is there, but let’s keep it real – I’m here to win and make a statement. Fire up DAZN to see me take the throne as the unified champ.
Sunny Edwards:
Why don’t I talk smack? Simple – if I did, I’d outshine the trash talk game, and frankly, it’s about throwing punches, not insults. I’m here to fight, not to play mind games.
I’m clear about who I am and what I’m here for. I didn’t want to rattle the young champ – wouldn’t want him bailing on me, would we? But don’t get it twisted; I’ve been easy on him for a reason. This fight was a tough sell, and now it’s time to show why.
Everyone’s all about ‘the game plan’ until they step into the ring with me. Then reality hits. I’m not sweating over this kid. Watch and learn.
Rodriguez vs. Edwards Fight Night: Detailed Information
Q: What is the scheduled date and time for the Rodriguez vs. Edwards fight? A: The fight is scheduled for Saturday, December 16. The event begins at 8 p.m. ET / 1 a.m. UK (Sunday), with the main event, featuring Rodriguez and Edwards, expected to start around 11 p.m. ET / 4 a.m. UK (Sunday). Please note that these timings are subject to change depending on the duration of the undercard bouts.
Q: Is the fight available for streaming on DAZN? A: Yes, the fight will be available for live on DAZN in over 200 countries globally. . For viewers in Argentina, Chile, and Colombia, it is necessary to download the DAZN app and subscribe through the app rather than a web browser.
Q: Where will the Rodriguez vs. Edwards fight take place? A: The fight is set to occur at the Desert Diamond Arena, located in Glendale, Arizona.
Q: What are the latest betting odds for the fight? A: As per the latest odds from DraftKings (as of December 11):
- Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez is favored at -210.
- Sunny Edwards is listed at +165.
Q: Can you provide details on the fighters’ backgrounds? A: Here’s an overview:
- Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez: Nationality: American, Birthdate: January 20, 2000, Height: 5′ 4″, Reach: 67″, Total Fights: 18, Record: 18-0 (11 KOs).
- Sunny Edwards: Nationality: British, Birthdate: January 1, 1996, Height: 5′ 3″, Reach: 60″, Total Fights: 20, Record: 20-0 (4 KOs).
Q: What does the full fight card include? A: The event features several bouts, including:
- Murodjon Akhmadaliev vs. Kevin Gonzalez in the Super bantamweight division.
- Galal Yafai vs. Rocco Santomauro in the Flyweight division.
- Peter McGrail vs. Jarico O’Quinn in the Super bantamweight division.
- Arturo Popoca vs. Carlos Mujica in the Super bantamweight division.
- Junaid Boston vs. Gordie Russ II in the Light middleweight division.
- Albert Gonzalez vs. Alexis Molina in the Featherweight division.
- Joe McGrail vs. Edgar Ortiz Jr. in the Featherweight division.
