Lydell Rhodes in Las Vegas (Photo: Chris Robinson)

By Chris Robinson

www.HustleBoss.com recently caught up with lightweight contender Lydell Rhodes (23-0, 11 KO’s) inside of City Athletic Boxing in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The Oklahoma native is going on his fourth year in the city and there has been a lot of changes over the years.

Now working under the tutelage of trainer Monyette Flowers, Rhodes is eyeing a June 21 return to the ring at the nearby MGM Grand.

One night prior, also at the MGM Grand, three-division world titlist Adrien Broner will face off with former welterweight champion Shawn Porter in a fight the boxing world has been debating closely.

Check below for Rhodes’ thoughts on getting back into the ring as well as his prediction on Broner vs. Porter.

as he speaks on the June 20th Adrien Broner vs. Shawn Porter matchup, as well as his fight the following night.

Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com