Boxing Speculation, Odds and Predictions

[Baofeng]

Anyone seen the much touted Jaron "Boots" Ennis this weekend against Roiman Villa? He won by a 10 round stoppage, and later it was found out that Villa suffered a broken nose. For sure we have heard his name as he is the rising star at 147 lbs and said to be the next champion and his name have been put into the discussions against Spence and Crawford.

So the hype is real, maybe him and WBA 'regular' champion Eimantas Stanionis will be a perfect match as both have been rank high in the stacked division. And as reported, Stanionis fight with Ortiz was cancelled.

Here is the KO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJZbtrut1sw

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[carlisle1]

We also have the fight between Luis Nery and Filipino Froilan Saludar. But it was not even closed, as the fight ended in just 2 rounds.

We've heard Nery's name popping up with we talked about Casimero as they have seen heated verbal jousting before, years ago when Nery was the 122 lbs champion back then and Casimero wanted to move up to 118 lbs and challenge him.

I think they can make it a go right now, as Casimero is already at 122 lbs. So let's wait and hope that this fight materialized.

That would be a great fight for Casimero, facing a boxer who can truly challenge him or even potentially defeat him. It's exciting to watch fights that are unpredictable. So far, Casimero has won most of his fights easily, so it's time for him to face a boxer where he may be considered the underdog, even if it's not a championship fight yet.

Yes, that's a good fight for him as he will be tested on this new division if there's negotiation and if the fight materializes
it will be an interesting fight to watch out.

Knowing how Casimero is trying to hype his name, Nery would be a good challenge for him, like what you mentioned. Nery can be possible in
beating him.

They are in 122 lbs where Nery is more familiar and can be a good test for Casimero's capabilities.

[mirakal]

Anyone seen the much touted Jaron "Boots" Ennis this weekend against Roiman Villa? He won by a 10 round stoppage, and later it was found out that Villa suffered a broken nose. For sure we have heard his name as he is the rising star at 147 lbs and said to be the next champion and his name have been put into the discussions against Spence and Crawford.

So the hype is real, maybe him and WBA 'regular' champion Eimantas Stanionis will be a perfect match as both have been rank high in the stacked division. And as reported, Stanionis fight with Ortiz was cancelled.

Here is the KO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJZbtrut1sw

Thanks for sharing the video mate, seeing the KO made me remember that Boots Ennis was touted to be the next Crawford because of his vicious power and is not afraid to eat punches, and even maybe stronger because Ennis is more swift as far as I can tell. Unfortunately, because the division is quite stacked and the champions just have negotiated for the fight, it made the interim champs like Stanionis and Ennis wait for quite some time.

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

[YuginKadoya]

Looking at Tapology I am seeing some weird-looking exhibition boxing events I really didn't research much but it got a fighter that looks like Harley Quinn from the Batman Animation what is weird here is the fact that most of the fights were consistent of women and there are influencers and an Only Fans star, here is the exhibition event, I don't really care about it but sharing it with you guys

Kingpyn High Stakes Tournament: Semi-Finals

Date and Time: 07.15.2023 at 06:00 AM ET
Promotion: Kingpyn Boxing
Venue: 3Arena Dublin
Location: Dublin, Ireland



MAIN EVENT
Kenny Ojuederie VS Whindersson Nunes

MAIN CARD
Emily Brooke VS Avery Pongracz
Amber O'Donnell VS Whitney Johns
Jully Oliveira VS Elle Brooke
Daniella Hemsley VS Aleksandra Daniel
Jarvis Khattri VS Ali Al-Fakhri
Kiefer Crosbie VS Aaron Chalmers
Cian Cowley VS Connor Tierney

Information was from TAPOLOGY

[btc_angela]

Anyone seen the much touted Jaron "Boots" Ennis this weekend against Roiman Villa? He won by a 10 round stoppage, and later it was found out that Villa suffered a broken nose. For sure we have heard his name as he is the rising star at 147 lbs and said to be the next champion and his name have been put into the discussions against Spence and Crawford.

So the hype is real, maybe him and WBA 'regular' champion Eimantas Stanionis will be a perfect match as both have been rank high in the stacked division. And as reported, Stanionis fight with Ortiz was cancelled.

Here is the KO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJZbtrut1sw

Thanks for sharing the video mate, seeing the KO made me remember that Boots Ennis was touted to be the next Crawford because of his vicious power and is not afraid to eat punches, and even maybe stronger because Ennis is more swift as far as I can tell. Unfortunately, because the division is quite stacked and the champions just have negotiated for the fight, it made the interim champs like Stanionis and Ennis wait for quite some time.

Yeah, that's one scary dude, and I do agree that he seems to be the next Crawford as far as style goes. But that power, and then he has the ability to fight backward because his opponent is coming forward as a brawler. Nevertheless, he survived and it seems that in every fight, Boots in vastly improving and it's going to be a great fight if ever he can face Crawford or Spence.

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

[bisdak40]

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

If the result of the Spence vs Crawford fight is not a convincing win of either fighter, i think a rematch is inevitable or there might be a rematch clause as this is a mega-fight. That mandatory order of WBA is just a way for them to earn some bucks as they will have to earn as a sanction fee but Spence vs Crawford 2 is a sellable fight even without that WBA belt so it's better to them to have a championship fight between Stanionis vs whoever or elevate the former to full champion.

[yazher]

Thanks for sharing the video mate, seeing the KO made me remember that Boots Ennis was touted to be the next Crawford because of his vicious power and is not afraid to eat punches, and even maybe stronger because Ennis is more swift as far as I can tell. Unfortunately, because the division is quite stacked and the champions just have negotiated for the fight, it made the interim champs like Stanionis and Ennis wait for quite some time.

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

Indeed what a great boxing skill he showed out there, complete domination until he finally finish his opponent in the 10th round, he deserves to give it a shot with someone like Stationis in the future or maybe no other than who will win on the Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford fight. Nevertheless, he can always give his opponent a difficult fight because he can handle any of them in their current weight division and that would be nice if he can still improve his skills and the way he took those punches without any hesitations because he would become scary if he does that.

[Fredomago]

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

If the result of the Spence vs Crawford fight is not a convincing win of either fighter, i think a rematch is inevitable or there might be a rematch clause as this is a mega-fight. That mandatory order of WBA is just a way for them to earn some bucks as they will have to earn as a sanction fee but Spence vs Crawford 2 is a sellable fight even without that WBA belt so it's better to them to have a championship fight between Stanionis vs whoever or elevate the former to full champion.

I also agree as if the outcome is not convincing or some doubts about the decision if ever the fight ended up with a judge's decision maybe we will see the rematch, but if happened that the fight ended up with KO and the losing side is no longer asking for a rematch maybe that's the time for the mandatory fight to take place.

Still depends on how the fight will end and how both parties will negotiate if ever they will going to activate the rematch claw.

[Questat]

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

If the result of the Spence vs Crawford fight is not a convincing win of either fighter, i think a rematch is inevitable or there might be a rematch clause as this is a mega-fight. That mandatory order of WBA is just a way for them to earn some bucks as they will have to earn as a sanction fee but Spence vs Crawford 2 is a sellable fight even without that WBA belt so it's better to them to have a championship fight between Stanionis vs whoever or elevate the former to full champion.

I also agree as if the outcome is not convincing or some doubts about the decision if ever the fight ended up with a judge's decision maybe we will see the rematch, but if happened that the fight ended up with KO and the losing side is no longer asking for a rematch maybe that's the time for the mandatory fight to take place.

Still depends on how the fight will end and how both parties will negotiate if ever they will going to activate the rematch claw.

Even if it's convincing as long as there's a rematch clause and the one who losses is going to activate that, a rematch would happen. The best trilogy I've seen was between Wilder and Fury, although it's very obvious that Fury had dominated the fight but their rivalry has still reached a trilogy.

I'm hoping that it will end up a close fight, a fight that people will talk on how is the clear winner so they'll be forced to have a rematch, and of course next will be a trilogy.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Well, it seems that almost everyone was surprised by Teófimo's fight, I'm not surprised because I know that Teófimo had already won this fight in his training, for me all the fight in boxing is won in training, that's the trick, to perpetuate quickly does not work in boxing, it is very hard work, it conditions the body so that it can give the maximum for that day, sometimes a good intermission and good intense and that alone makes the difference, some have dropped their bets, they lost a lot, Because obviously they were going for Taylor, but in reality these things when they happen I really like, this is boxing.

You said it right preparation is key factor in winning a fight, with his trainings and hard conditioning of his body he manage to win the fight, though he surprises the fans but it was the outcome, the favor is in his side and there's no contest about it, he take the win fair and square, now he's enjoying another achievements in his career.

I like the way you pointed it out, the hard work in training gives him the outcome that he desires and yes, we are in this sport where
training and conditioning with proper balance of diet gives you decent opportunities to win a fight.

Of course, things are like that in boxing, I say it properly because I also practiced that sport, and it is one of the hardest, but the most exciting that exists, and obviously a harder training is the one that guarantees that a fight will win, that's why for me in boxing anything can happen, a boxer can be very good, maybe he was born with that ability and talent, but I think that if another trains harder than that boxer he has everything to win, that It is very obvious, every fight is won not in the ring, but in training, the fight is just a sample of what was done in training, that's why I expect a great Crawford vs. Spence fight, because for me Crawford could finish it .

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

If the result of the Spence vs Crawford fight is not a convincing win of either fighter, i think a rematch is inevitable or there might be a rematch clause as this is a mega-fight. That mandatory order of WBA is just a way for them to earn some bucks as they will have to earn as a sanction fee but Spence vs Crawford 2 is a sellable fight even without that WBA belt so it's better to them to have a championship fight between Stanionis vs whoever or elevate the former to full champion.

I also agree as if the outcome is not convincing or some doubts about the decision if ever the fight ended up with a judge's decision maybe we will see the rematch, but if happened that the fight ended up with KO and the losing side is no longer asking for a rematch maybe that's the time for the mandatory fight to take place.

Still depends on how the fight will end and how both parties will negotiate if ever they will going to activate the rematch claw.

Even if it's convincing as long as there's a rematch clause and the one who losses is going to activate that, a rematch would happen. The best trilogy I've seen was between Wilder and Fury, although it's very obvious that Fury had dominated the fight but their rivalry has still reached a trilogy.

I'm hoping that it will end up a close fight, a fight that people will talk on how is the clear winner so they'll be forced to have a rematch, and of course next will be a trilogy.

I also think that a boxer should have his clause for rematches activated, but before that it should not exist because every boxer knows that rematches have to take place and they have to comply with them, for that is that they practice the sport, that should be in the each boxer's code, I understand that every boxer should look for his future, it is more the more famous they are, the better, because it is more money inflow, the case of Spence and Crawford I did not see fair that they have made a boxer like Crawford wait so long , for me he has better training than Spence, so he can and has a good chance that if the fight were to come he would win, I also know that Crawford will not waste that opportunity for anything in the world.

Errol Spence Jr., Terence Crawford rate each other's performances against Shawn Porter

When it comes to the highly-anticipated Errol Spence Jr. vs. Terence Crawford undisputed welterweight championship fight July 29, one of its biggest points of contention has been which boxer handled Shawn Porter better.

Ahead of their mega bout, Spence and Crawford each sat down with Premier Boxing Champions separately to discuss just that.

Source: https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/errol-spence-jr-terence-crawford-rate-each-others-performances-against-shawn-porter/8z7b76ad52ai1300zo5zl2x2s

[FinneysTrueVision]

Anyone seen the much touted Jaron "Boots" Ennis this weekend against Roiman Villa? He won by a 10 round stoppage, and later it was found out that Villa suffered a broken nose. For sure we have heard his name as he is the rising star at 147 lbs and said to be the next champion and his name have been put into the discussions against Spence and Crawford.

So the hype is real, maybe him and WBA 'regular' champion Eimantas Stanionis will be a perfect match as both have been rank high in the stacked division. And as reported, Stanionis fight with Ortiz was cancelled.

Here is the KO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJZbtrut1sw

Jaron Ennis looks like the real deal. The IBF has not required Errol Spence to make a mandatory defense in 5 years so I don't expect that fight to happen anytime soon. The risk is too high and the reward too low which is why the top welterweights have avoided him. Both Ennis and Stanionis have been waiting for their opportunity to face Spence that they are owed as interim champions. PBC controls the welterweight division and has great influence over the sanctioning organizations and they seem to have no interest in seeing either fighter derail their plans for their cash cow Spence so we might just end up with them fighting each other in the meantime.

[Bananington]

The best trilogy I've seen was between Wilder and Fury, although it's very obvious that Fury had dominated the fight but their rivalry has still reached a trilogy.

Talking about Tyson fury, he will be in the boxing ring again in October, and this time against Francis Ngannou who is in the UFC and has been a champion in the sport. These are both great fighters, and according to Fury, he looks forward to showing the world that he is the strongest fighter in boxing currently when he meets Francis Ngannou, and to Francis Ngannou, it is an opportunity to increase his recognition as a fighter that has defeated the gypsy king. The date for the fight is October 28th, and it will take place in Saudi Arabia under professional boxing rules with three judges.
https://www.skysports.com/boxing/news/12183/12918868/tyson-fury-and-francis-ngannou-set-date-for-exhibition-boxing-match-in-saudi-arabia

[Russlenat]

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

Yes, there is indeed a rematch clause between Crawford and Spence Jr.

The Crawford-Spence loser has 30 days from the night of their fight to exercise his contractual right to an immediate rematch.

That said, many boxers like Boots Ennis and Stanionis will be affected by this if ever the loser will activate the rematch clause within the 30 days limit because that will mean that they will have to wait again and probably have another fight to keep them warm to keep their rhythm intact.

[Kemarit]

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

Yes, there is indeed a rematch clause between Crawford and Spence Jr.

The Crawford-Spence loser has 30 days from the night of their fight to exercise his contractual right to an immediate rematch.

That said, many boxers like Boots Ennis and Stanionis will be affected by this if ever the loser will activate the rematch clause within the 30 days limit because that will mean that they will have to wait again and probably have another fight to keep them warm to keep their rhythm intact.

Yes, the mandatory can't be exercise right away unless those body really impose their rule, but we all doubt that it can happen. We've seen a lot of this body giving special treatment to high profile fighters.

But it's good to see Boots Ennis winning this weekends and maybe him Stanionis can make it this year for Stanionis belt.

And then the winner will have to wait for the Spence and Crawford or at least after their rematch.

[Fredomago]

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

Yes, there is indeed a rematch clause between Crawford and Spence Jr.

The Crawford-Spence loser has 30 days from the night of their fight to exercise his contractual right to an immediate rematch.

That said, many boxers like Boots Ennis and Stanionis will be affected by this if ever the loser will activate the rematch clause within the 30 days limit because that will mean that they will have to wait again and probably have another fight to keep them warm to keep their rhythm intact.

Yes, as the chance that the outcome will favor the losing side then a trilogy will take place, meaning to say that it will extend the wait, it's the advantage from both title holders as they have that option to activate the rematch claw and force the winning side to take another shot, those challengers in the waiting side will need to wait and fight another fighters to continue their careers.

I think both Crawford and Spence will take that advantage and will re-try their chance to whoever the loser will be.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Also, Eimantas Stanionis have been ordered by the WBA to be the mandatory challenger to the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford.

But isn't it there is a rematch clause between Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford? So I doubt that the mandatory fight can happen. Maybe the best thing is to elevate Eimantas Stanionis to full champion.

Yes, there is indeed a rematch clause between Crawford and Spence Jr.

The Crawford-Spence loser has 30 days from the night of their fight to exercise his contractual right to an immediate rematch.

That said, many boxers like Boots Ennis and Stanionis will be affected by this if ever the loser will activate the rematch clause within the 30 days limit because that will mean that they will have to wait again and probably have another fight to keep them warm to keep their rhythm intact.

Yes, as the chance that the outcome will favor the losing side then a trilogy will take place, meaning to say that it will extend the wait, it's the advantage from both title holders as they have that option to activate the rematch claw and force the winning side to take another shot, those challengers in the waiting side will need to wait and fight another fighters to continue their careers.

I think both Crawford and Spence will take that advantage and will re-try their chance to whoever the loser will be.

As much as Ennis and Stanionis is good at 147 lbs, we all know who the man in this division. So we will have to wait for the outcome first because we know if this two will be given the chance to fight the winner of Crawford vs Spence fight.

But the thing is that even how good Ennis and Stanionis, I don't think they have the followers yet to become big as far as PPV numbers is concern. As we all know of, boxing is a business now so promotions and networks prioritize fights that can bring more money to them.

[danherbias07]

Yes, as the chance that the outcome will favor the losing side then a trilogy will take place, meaning to say that it will extend the wait, it's the advantage from both title holders as they have that option to activate the rematch claw and force the winning side to take another shot, those challengers in the waiting side will need to wait and fight another fighters to continue their careers.

I think both Crawford and Spence will take that advantage and will re-try their chance to whoever the loser will be.

This must be frustrating for the boxers who are waiting in line for the title match. Finding a next opponent because they really have no choice yet although they want a title match as badly as they can.
And it looks like Stanionis versus Ennis will probably be the match that will happen because I think Keith Thurman will push thru a fight against Yordenis Ugas.
That may be the reason why Thurman is avoiding Ennis and if ever Thurman losses that will be the time he will meet them (Ennis, Stanionis) while protecting the upper rankings.
Ugas on the other hand if he wins will be the next in line and could just wait after the 3rd rematch of the superstars. But that will take a long time if we consider the time spent on promotions, locations, fight cards, resting time, and more. This is when boxers get rusty waiting for their chance to take the throne.

[btc_angela]

Yes, as the chance that the outcome will favor the losing side then a trilogy will take place, meaning to say that it will extend the wait, it's the advantage from both title holders as they have that option to activate the rematch claw and force the winning side to take another shot, those challengers in the waiting side will need to wait and fight another fighters to continue their careers.

I think both Crawford and Spence will take that advantage and will re-try their chance to whoever the loser will be.

This must be frustrating for the boxers who are waiting in line for the title match. Finding a next opponent because they really have no choice yet although they want a title match as badly as they can.
And it looks like Stanionis versus Ennis will probably be the match that will happen because I think Keith Thurman will push thru a fight against Yordenis Ugas.
That may be the reason why Thurman is avoiding Ennis and if ever Thurman losses that will be the time he will meet them (Ennis, Stanionis) while protecting the upper rankings.
Ugas on the other hand if he wins will be the next in line and could just wait after the 3rd rematch of the superstars. But that will take a long time if we consider the time spent on promotions, locations, fight cards, resting time, and more. This is when boxers get rusty waiting for their chance to take the throne.

True, and this is the most of the complaints, I mean you work very hard to be the number 1 rank fighter and be the mandatory for the belt. But you can't fight the champion in Errol Spence because he is tied to a 2 fight deal with Crawford.

And then Stanionis has been waiting for his own fight which was cancelled last week. So for sure the frustrations is there for this boxers and maybe this is one reason why we have heard a lot of them really having mental issues lately. Hopefully, Stanionis will have a fight this year, regardless if it is just a tuneup fight, just to keep him active.

[Fredomago]

But the thing is that even how good Ennis and Stanionis, I don't think they have the followers yet to become big as far as PPV numbers is concern. As we all know of, boxing is a business now so promotions and networks prioritize fights that can bring more money to them.

Reality wise, promoters will prioritize fights that will generate huge profits, and in terms of both Crawford and Spence they've got that numbers they are the one who will be given the priority, the organization knows how to take care of their business and for those who are in the waiting list, they just need to take care of their stats and just wait till their chance come up and have that opportunity to step inside the ring against the current champ.

Yes, as the chance that the outcome will favor the losing side then a trilogy will take place, meaning to say that it will extend the wait, it's the advantage from both title holders as they have that option to activate the rematch claw and force the winning side to take another shot, those challengers in the waiting side will need to wait and fight another fighters to continue their careers.

I think both Crawford and Spence will take that advantage and will re-try their chance to whoever the loser will be.

This must be frustrating for the boxers who are waiting in line for the title match. Finding a next opponent because they really have no choice yet although they want a title match as badly as they can.
And it looks like Stanionis versus Ennis will probably be the match that will happen because I think Keith Thurman will push thru a fight against Yordenis Ugas.
That may be the reason why Thurman is avoiding Ennis and if ever Thurman losses that will be the time he will meet them (Ennis, Stanionis) while protecting the upper rankings.
Ugas on the other hand if he wins will be the next in line and could just wait after the 3rd rematch of the superstars. But that will take a long time if we consider the time spent on promotions, locations, fight cards, resting time, and more. This is when boxers get rusty waiting for their chance to take the throne.

True, and this is the most of the complaints, I mean you work very hard to be the number 1 rank fighter and be the mandatory for the belt. But you can't fight the champion in Errol Spence because he is tied to a 2 fight deal with Crawford.

And then Stanionis has been waiting for his own fight which was cancelled last week. So for sure the frustrations is there for this boxers and maybe this is one reason why we have heard a lot of them really having mental issues lately. Hopefully, Stanionis will have a fight this year, regardless if it is just a tuneup fight, just to keep him active.

Both camps should take care of it, while waiting for their opportunities to have that title fight the handlers should not just wait for the time but better to find fights that will let the fighter showcase their capabilities and bring more hypes to their names, they can't just wait and do nothing as the chance is slim since both Crawford and Spence are still in the upper edge and can still demands what they've want to make more money while still handling their belts.

[inthelongrun]

Anyone seen the much touted Jaron "Boots" Ennis this weekend against Roiman Villa? He won by a 10 round stoppage, and later it was found out that Villa suffered a broken nose. For sure we have heard his name as he is the rising star at 147 lbs and said to be the next champion and his name have been put into the discussions against Spence and Crawford.

So the hype is real, maybe him and WBA 'regular' champion Eimantas Stanionis will be a perfect match as both have been rank high in the stacked division. And as reported, Stanionis fight with Ortiz was cancelled.

Here is the KO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJZbtrut1sw

Jaron Ennis looks like the real deal. The IBF has not required Errol Spence to make a mandatory defense in 5 years so I don't expect that fight to happen anytime soon. The risk is too high and the reward too low which is why the top welterweights have avoided him. Both Ennis and Stanionis have been waiting for their opportunity to face Spence that they are owed as interim champions. PBC controls the welterweight division and has great influence over the sanctioning organizations and they seem to have no interest in seeing either fighter derail their plans for their cash cow Spence so we might just end up with them fighting each other in the meantime.

Sanctioning bodies nowadays are more friendly towards the big promoters and networks. They even adjust their own rankings in order to cater to these huge networks, promoters, and superstars. It's just so sad that these young prospects are wasting their years because their title shots are on hold. Vergil Ortiz is my top prospect of the division, if I remember correctly, he was already former #1 in the WBO and the WBC. Maybe it was Oritz and GBP's decision not to pursue the WBO since Crawford at the time looked invincible but it is crazy how the WBC changed its rankings and then called Thurman mandatory. It was annoying for Stanionis when the fight got canceled but maybe it was a blessing in disguise because Ortiz is a very very tough fighter and it will be more difficult for him to win in Texas.

I hope the rematch of Crawford and Spence will be held at 154 so Stanionis and Ennis will be elevated to full champions as they really deserved it. If Ortiz will continue his career once he gets healed then he can take the WBO route. Thurman most likely gets the WBC title shot but I doubt he can mixed it up with these young upcoming stars.