Jake Rodriguez
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Evaristo Rodriguez, better known as Jake Rodriguez (born October 2, 1965, in Arroyo, Puerto Rico) was a Puerto Rican boxer at light welterweight.
[edit] Professional career
Rodriguez turned pro in 1988 and won the International Boxing Federation light welterweight title with a decision win over Charles Murray in 1994. He defended the title twice before losing it in 1995 to Kostya Tszyu. Later that year he took on WBC welterweight title holder Pernell Whitaker, but lost via knockout. He retired in 1997.
| Preceded by Charles Murray |
IBF Light Welterweight Champion 13 Feb 1994–28 Jan 1995 |
Succeeded by Kostya Tszyu |
