The highly anticipated showdown between Pedro Guevara and Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez will take place on November 9, 2024 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this fight, Guevara, the WBC interim super flyweight champion, will attempt to unify the title with the undefeated Rodriguez, who currently holds the WBC and The Ring junior bantamweight championships.
For Guevara, this fight represents more than just a title unification: it is an opportunity to reclaim glory and reign as WBC champion, a title he previously held at light flyweight. The Mazatlan native, who has been fighting professionally since 2008, now faces one of the sport’s most dynamic and undefeated young champions in Rodriguez.
“We’re going to unify titles with Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez, and it’s going to be in Philadelphia, the city of the famous ‘Rocky’ Balboa movie,” said Guevara. “I always dreamed of fighting in the United States and now that dream is coming true. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Pedro Guevara’s historic career
Pedro Gibrán Guevara Rocha, born June 7, 1989 in Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico, is no stranger to world titles. He first captured the WBC light flyweight title in 2014 and has earned a reputation as one of Mexico’s best technical boxers. A former WBC light flyweight champion, Guevara’s career spans more than 16 years and includes numerous high-profile fights against some of the best fighters in the world.
Guevara began his boxing career as a teenager, training at the Autonomous University of Sinaloa (UAS), where he still works with trainers Marcos and Radamés Hernández. As an amateur, he represented Sinaloa in national competitions and even achieved a victory over future world champion Oscar Valdez. He made his professional debut in March 2008, defeating Gabriel Lopez by technical knockout in the second round. Guevara quickly moved up the ranks, claiming the WBC silver light flyweight title in his 14th fight and then becoming world champion.
In December 2014, Guevara made history when he traveled to Tokyo to defeat Akira Yaegashi for the vacant WBC light flyweight title, scoring an impressive knockout with a left hook to the body in the seventh round. That victory solidified his place as a top-tier boxer and he successfully defended the title against opponents such as Richard Claveras and Ganigan Lopez.
However, his reign came to an end in 2015, when he lost by split decision to Yu Kimura in a close fight. Despite the setbacks, Guevara remained a top contender and earned another shot at the WBC title in 2017, facing Kenshiro Teraji. Although he came up short, losing by majority decision, Guevara’s resilience and determination never wavered.
Most recently, in May 2024, Guevara defeated Andrew Moloney in Perth, Australia, by split decision to capture the vacant WBC junior bantamweight title, setting the stage for his unification fight against Rodriguez.
Undefeated Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez
Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez, a 24-year-old boxing prodigy from San Antonio, Texas, has a perfect 20-0 record, with 13 of those wins coming by knockout. Known for his southpaw stance, explosive power and quick footwork, Rodriguez has quickly risen to the top of the super flyweight division. His most recent victory came in June 2024 when he knocked out the legendary Juan Francisco Estrada in the seventh round, solidifying his place as champion of the WBC and The Ring.
Rodriguez’s rise to prominence has been marked by a series of dominant performances, and now he faces the most experienced opponent of his career: Pedro Guevara. Standing at 5’4″ and a reach of 66,9 inches, Rodriguez uses his speed and intelligence in the ring to outbox his opponents, making him a formidable challenge for any fighter.
A high-stakes fight with legacy at stake
The November 9 showdown will not only determine the unified WBC super flyweight champion, but will also serve as an important crossroads for both fighters. For Guevara, this is an opportunity to recapture the magic of his previous career and secure another world title at the age of 35. For Rodriguez, it’s about defending his undefeated record and further establishing himself as one of the sport’s premier champions.
With both fighters at different points in their careers, the stakes could not be higher. Guevara’s experience and technical skill will be pitted against Rodriguez’s youth, power and unblemished record. Fans can expect an intense and strategic battle when the two meet in the ring.
Stacked billboard features local talent
The fight will headline an exciting night of boxing at the Wells Fargo Center, with local favorite Jaron “Boots” Ennis defending his IBF welterweight world title against Karen Chukhadzhian in the co-main event. In addition, Camden’s Raymond “Savage” Ford will fight Orlando Gonzalez in a super featherweight clash as Ford looks to make a statement in his new weight division.
Other notable fighters on the card include light heavyweight standout Khalil “Big Steppa” Coe, who will face Manuel Gallegos, and Ernesto “Tito” Mercado, making his Matchroom debut.
How to look
The highly anticipated fight between Rodriguez and Guevara, along with the rest of the night’s fights, will be streamed live on DAZN, available to boxing fans around the world. Be sure to tune in for what promises to be an unforgettable night of boxing action on November 9, 2024.
