Jesse Rodriguez and Antonio Vargas Vie for WBA Bantamweight Title

Boxers Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez, representing San Antonio, and Antonio Vargas, from Houston, are set to compete in a 12-round championship title bout. The highly anticipated match will determine the holder of the WBA bantamweight title belt, currently held by Vargas. The contest could result in a new champion being crowned or conclude with a draw.

By Fainaron·Jun 13, 2026 (a day ago)·1 views

Jesse Rodriguez and Antonio Vargas Vie for WBA Bantamweight Title

A championship boxing match is scheduled to feature San Antonio native Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez against Houstonian boxer Antonio Vargas.

The 12-round bout will have Vargas's WBA bantamweight title belt on the line. At the conclusion of the contest, one of the fighters will either claim the title or the match will end in a draw.

According to Variety, the event is set to take place on Saturday.

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