Rodriguez to challenge Vargas for WBA bantamweight title in Arizona

Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez is set to challenge Antonio Vargas for the WBA bantamweight title on Saturday, 13 June 2026. The bout will take place at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, marking a significant contest in the division as Vargas seeks to retain his championship status.

Coverage of the event will commence at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT) on DAZN. Main ringwalks are scheduled for 9:35 p.m. ET (6:35 p.m. PT). The organisation has confirmed that the fight is not a pay-per-view event, meaning it is included in the standard streaming subscription without additional per-event fees.

The undercard features several notable matchups, including Elif Turhan defending her IBF women’s lightweight title against Gabriela Tellez. Other bouts on the card include Arturo Cardenas facing Jordan Martinez in a super bantamweight contest, and Adrian Rodriguez taking on Elias Terreza in the lightweight division.

Viewers can access the broadcast through various DAZN subscription tiers. Options include an annual plan at $224.99 per year or $20.99 per month, as well as a no-commitment Monthly Flexible Pass for $30.99. This flexibility allows subscribers to cancel without penalty after the event.

DAZN positions itself as a primary broadcaster for combat sports, citing over 185 fights annually alongside MMA, PFL, BKFC, and Misfits crossover boxing. For those interested in additional pay-per-view content, the platform offers a separate plan for $49.99 per month with an annual commitment, which includes at least 12 major pay-per-view fights.