The bantamweight match between Emmanuel Rodriguez and Fernando Diaz will be part of the boxing event at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on Jan. 10.
As a former IBF bantamweight champion, Rodriguez is going to be the heavy betting favorite with -1250 boxing odds, while Diaz will be the +700 betting underdog. A draw result has odds of +2000.
Emmanuel Rodriguez vs. Fernando Diaz Fight Odds
- Emmanuel Rodriguez: -1250
- Fernando Diaz: +700
- Tie: +2000
Emmanuel Rodriguez vs. Fernando Diaz: Tale of the Tape
| Emmanuel Rodriguez | Fernando Diaz | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 33 | 25 |
| Height | 5’6” | 5’5” |
| Record | 22-3 | 16-6-1 |
| Reach | 66.5 inches | 64 inches |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| TKO/KO Percentage | 59% | 38% |
Emmanuel Rodriguez vs. Fernando Diaz: Prediction
I predict a TKO/KO finish for Rodriguez against Diaz because he’s the stronger puncher and his style perfectly counters the style of Diaz. Rodriguez is a great counterpuncher, while Diaz is an aggressor who uses a lot of jabs.
Rodriguez can wait for Diaz to open up with his usual jabs before he fires his signature check-hook counter that wobbles opponents when it lands. These powerful counterpunches have been Rodriguez’s key to success in neutralizing forward-pressure fighters.
If Diaz overextends his combinations and misses a big swing, I think Rodriguez can capitalize by throwing a counter and potentially hurt him. Once Rodriguez acknowledges that he’s hurt, he’ll immediately jump into a finish.
Emmanuel Rodriguez’s Recent Fight Results
Rodriguez was the former IBF bantamweight champion and has recorded three wins in his last five fights. His victories in this stretch came against Roberto Cantu, Gary Antonio Russell, and Melvin Lopez, while Ryosuke Nishida handed him a defeat. Rodriguez’s first match with Russell ended in a no-contest result.
Fernando Diaz’s Recent Fight Results
Diaz is a boxing contender from Mexico who has captured several minor titles. In his past five fights, he has scored victories over Miguel Hernandez, Lakshmy Zaragoza Contreras, and Jorge de Lara Malo. However, he dropped his bouts with Abraham Perez and Dominique Crowder.
Emmanuel Rodriguez vs. Fernando Diaz: Start Time
Jan. 10, 6 p.m. E.T.
Jan. 10, 5 p.m. C.T.
Jan. 10, 4 p.m. M.T.
Jan. 10, 3 p.m. P.T.
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