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N.A.B.F 140 Lb. Champion Francisco “El Gato” Figueroa will be in the biggest fight of his life this Wednesday on ESPN2 against Luis Rodriguez at 9 PM ET. Francisco Figueroa is a top-20 Jr. Welterweight world contender and is fighting in front of a home NY crowd. "El Gato" is a stocky 29-year old Puerto Rican with flair, speed and guts. Figueroa has quietly been slipping, dipping and pounding his way up the ranks. Brad Marchetti has a winning boxing bet on this fight with complete analysis! EL Gato is an underrated southpaw fighter that has been flying under but is now getting some recognition now thanks to his close sparring matches with UK legend Ricky Hatton. If Francisco Figueroa takes care of Rodriquez and a legit contender, Ricky Hatton vs Francisco Figueroa could be a reality. All o f your boxing betting on the Francisco Figueroa vs Luis Rodriguez can be done at Sportsbook.com. Rodriguez, 22-1, 13 KO’s, is a 23 year-old Mexican unknown that will be fighting in the US for the first time with all of his fights Mexico. The scheduled 12-rounder is expected to have some action with both men aggressive in their style. Rodriguez has been fighting pro since he was 18 and is on a 9-1, 7 KO’s, in his last 10 fights. Figueroa is most likely to be a slight 8-5 boxing betting favorite. Buy Expert Winning Boxing Tips from Las Vegas Handicappers! Q: Who is your trainer and promoter for the Luis Rodriguez fight?
A: Buddy McGirt will be my trainer along with Chelo Bentancourt, and Seeno Group is my promoter.
Q: Where did you train for this fight? I was in Big Bear California training with Shane Mosley. I can’t even tell you how many rounds I sparred but it was a lot.
Q: How man rounds did you spar in preparation for this fight?
A: I sparred around 70 rounds in camp.
Q: What do you know about your opponent?
A: I know nothing at all. I just have to treat it like the amateurs with pressure and overcome what is necessary to win. I can box or slug it doesn't matter.
Q: You walk around heavy for a 140 fighter, what is your weight now?
A: 145 Lbs. now. I feel strong.
Tale of the Tape:
Francisco Figueroa vs Luis Rodriguez
Boxing Betting Odds: Figueroa -170 (Projected)
Luis Rodriguez 5'7" 138-140 Lbs.
Francisco Figueroa 5'6" 140-144 Lbs.
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