Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez is preparing to make significant moves in his boxing career. The 25-year-old boxer from San Antonio, Texas, has announced his intention to transition up to a higher weight class after two more fights in the junior bantamweight division.
Bam Rodriguez’s Upcoming Fight
Rodriguez will face Fernando Daniel Martinez in a title bout at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This match is part of a highly anticipated card featuring other major fighters, including David Benavidez and Anthony Yarde, as well as Brian Norman and Devin Haney.
- Fight Date: November 18, 2025
- Location: ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Titles on the line: Three world titles
Current Ranking and Titles
Currently, Bam holds the WBC and WBO titles with an impressive record of 22 wins, 15 by knockout, and no losses. He recently defended his title successfully against Phumelela Cafu.
Rodriguez is ranked No. 5 in ESPN’s pound-for-pound list and aims to add to his collection of titles. Martinez, his opponent, boasts an undefeated record of 18 wins, with 9 knockouts, and has successfully defended the WBA title four times.
Goals and Aspirations
Rodriguez expressed his ambition to become the undisputed champion at 115 pounds. This goal requires him to defeat Martinez and then pursue Willibaldo Garcia, the IBF champion, who holds the final belt needed for undisputed status.
Bam stated, “Undisputed is the goal. If I get past Martinez, there’s just one belt left.” He believes that his team and promotional support will facilitate this future matchup.
Future Plans in Boxing
After his planned ascent in the junior bantamweight division, Rodriguez aims to compete at featherweight (126 pounds). He mentioned his interest in facing top fighters such as undisputed junior featherweight champion Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani.
Bam also expressed his desire to fight in Japan, where he has garnered a fan base. He said, “I would love to fight in Japan one day. Every time I go there, I enjoy it.”
As Rodriguez prepares for his pivotal fight against Martinez, the boxing community eagerly anticipates his next steps in achieving his championship aspirations.
