JINO HAS OSCAR LOOKING WORRIED !
This Saturday, April 19 (tomorrow in Asia), Jino Rodrigo from the Philippines will face world #1 amateur-turned-professional Ruslan Abdullaev at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California.
Abdullaev is a big money investment for Oscar De La Hoya, and despite being a big outsider in the betting, the physical appearance of Rodrigo at today's weigh in clearly has the notorious cross dresser more than a little nervous.
Rodrigo was brought in at ridiculously short notice as a means to give Abdullaev an easy kill - but obviously, the Golden Boy was surprised the battle ready physique of the "upset minded" pinoy.
The fight will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN from 5 PM PT.
Jino Rodrigo has been active and in good form, winning 4 of his last 5 fights by knockout. He recently took a close loss to top contender Elvis Rodriguez but showed strong performance, including scoring a knockdown.
Rodrigo accepted this fight on short notice but has stayed in training since his last bout in March.
Abdullaev, a 2024 Olympian from Uzbekistan, made a strong professional debut under Golden Boy Promotions, winning by second-round knockout. This will be his second professional fight.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, April 19
Time: 5 PM PT
Location: Frontwave Arena, Oceanside, CA
Broadcast: Live on DAZN (Worldwide)
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