Rodriguez open to any next opponent: 'I'm going to say yes'

Jesse Rodriguez has told BBC Sport he will fight anyone put in front of him. The flyweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light flyweight said he is ready to accept whatever match-up comes next.

“I'm ready for whoever, whenever. Put them in front of me, and I'm going to say yes.”

— Jesse Rodriguez, via BBC Sport

What Jesse Rodriguez said

Rodriguez holds a world title at flyweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light flyweight and has fought across multiple weight classes. The 24-year-old has built a reputation for taking on all challengers. His willingness to face any opponent keeps him in contention for the division's biggest fights.

What it moves

Rodriguez's statement puts pressure on rival camps to finalise terms. His open stance could fast-track a mandatory challenge or a voluntary defence. The flyweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light flyweight picture will clarify once promoters name his next dance partner.

Source: bbc.com. Full Jesse Rodriguez fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.