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UFC fighter tells Joe Rogan he paid $3,000 to get upgrade in Mexican prison
- Rodriguez details an eight-month stay in a Mexican prison after marijuana possession and a controversial transfer to a cartel‑run section.
- He claims a cartel leader became his cellmate and acted as his bodyguard during the eight months.
- Rodriguez says the cartel leader claimed control and described the cell as having amenities like a TV and a PlayStation.
- Rodriguez states he faced a potential six-year sentence, which his team worked to avoid with management help.
- Rodriguez returned to action against Uros Medic at UFC Fight Night Belgrade in August after his release.
- Rodriguez alleges corruption in the Mexican judicial system during that period.
- The fighter explained a guard attempted an exploit with a higher‑tier cell offer for money.
- Rodriguez discussed his release and the ongoing risks associated with his prison experience.
- He mentioned that his team sought help from Hunter Campbell to navigate the case.
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