Pernell Whitaker vs. Jake Rodríguez

Pernell Whitaker vs. Jake Rodríguez, billed as "Collision Course" was a professional boxing match contested on November 18, 1995 for the WBC and lineal welterweight titles.

For the fifth defense of his WBC and lineal welterweight titles, Pernell Whitaker was matched against Jake Rodríguez.

Whitaker had little trouble with Rodríguez, using his superior hand-speed and counter punching to dominate the fight.

Midway through the round, a series of body shots followed by a right-left combination sent Rodríguez to his knees.

Rodríguez was unable to answer the 10-count and Whitaker was named the winner by knockout at 2:45 of the round.