Pernell Whitaker vs Wilfredo Rivera II
On September 20, 1996, Pernell Whitaker (38-1-1, 16 KOs), the welterweight WBC champion, defends his title against Puerto Rican challenger, Wilfredo Rivera (23-1-1, 14 KOs).
Whitaker vs Rivera II Stats
Pernell Whitaker is coming in to the fight on a 6-fight win streak with a 40% KO rate; his last fight was a split decision win over Rivera, 5 months and 8 days ago. Wilfredo Rivera is on a 1-fight losing streak with a 56% KO rate, with his last fight being a split decision loss to Whitaker, 5 months and 8 days ago.
Whitaker vs Rivera II Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Pernell Whitaker at 99-1 winning odds. Wilfredo Rivera really doesn't have much to present against Whitaker.
Whitaker vs Rivera II Result
Pernell Whitaker defeated Wilfredo Rivera via unanimous decision in the rematch and successfully defended his WBC welterweight title. Whitaker improves his record to 39-1-1, while Rivera adds a loss to his record at 23-2-1.