Big-time boxing made a return to Philadelphia with IBF welterweight champion Jaron “Boots” Ennis putting on a spectacular performance against David Avanesyan. Ennis managed to force Avanesyan to stay on his stool after round five, showcasing his dominance in the ring. At just 27 years old, Ennis improved his record to an impressive 32-0 with
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Promoter Eddie Hearn recently had a Facetime conversation with His Excellency after Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis’ impressive victory over David Avanesyan. During this conversation, His Excellency inquired about the potential fight between Crawford and Ennis. Hearn revealed that Ennis explicitly asked for the contract to be sent for the Crawford fight. Hearn expressed his skepticism about
On July 14th, 2019, the boxing world was shaken by the tragic news of Pernell Whitaker’s untimely death. Known as “Sweet Pea” during his illustrious career, Whitaker was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross a road in his native Virginia. This unfortunate incident robbed the world of a true ring master who had
In the recent fight between lightweight contender Raymond Muratalla and former super featherweight champion Tevin Farmer, Farmer displayed early dominance over Muratalla in the first half of the fight. Farmer, despite being the older fighter at 33, showcased his boxing skills and outboxed the 27-year-old Muratalla. He made Muratalla seem limited in his abilities, hitting
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis is set to defend his IBF welterweight title against David Avanesyan, with the fight scheduled to take place in Philadelphia at the Wells Fargo Center. Despite the hometown advantage and a sizeable pro-Ennis crowd, the event is expected to showcase an intense battle between the two fighters. Undercard Matches The undercard of
Philadelphia, once known as “The City of Brotherly Love,” has a rich history when it comes to boxing. Great matchups used to take place at legendary venues such as The Blue Horizon, The Philadelphia Spectrum, Convention Hall, and the Philadelphia Arena. However, big boxing nights have become a rarity in the city since the 1970s.
Renowned boxing commentator Tim Bradley is eagerly awaiting tonight’s showdown between highly regarded lightweight contender Raymond Muratalla and former IBF super featherweight champion Tevin Farmer. The fight will take place at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, with the event being broadcasted live on ESPN+. Bradley is particularly interested in
Michael Spinks, a name synonymous with the boxing world, often evokes memories of his infamous fight against Mike Tyson. However, it is unjust to define Spinks solely by this one fight, considering his remarkable career and achievements. Born in St. Louis in 1956, Spinks established himself as a remarkable fighter with his unique style and
Keyshawn Davis seems to be fixated on landing a fight with Frank Martin, a recent lightweight world title challenger. While Davis believes that this bout would be a crowd-pleaser, it is essential to examine whether this matchup truly makes sense in the current landscape of the division. Davis’ insistence on facing Martin, who is coming
Recently, His Excellency Turki Alalshikh released a promo video titled ‘Everything or Nothing’ in anticipation of the upcoming Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov fight on August 3rd. The video showcases the early boxing journeys of both Crawford and Madrimov, giving it a dramatic and theatrical feel. It sets the stage for what is being touted
Raymond Muratalla (20-0, 16 KOs) and Tevin Farmer (33-5-1, 8 KOs) are set to face off in the main event this Saturday night in a ten-round lightweight contest at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. The fight, originally planned to be the co-main event, was elevated to the top spot
The IBF welterweight Champion Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and his opponent David Avanesyan successfully made weight at the weigh-in, setting the stage for their upcoming battle on DAZN. The intensity was palpable as Ennis, 27, stared down Avanesyan, sending a clear message that he meant business for their fight at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.
Moses Itauma, an unbeaten British heavyweight prospect, has been making a name for himself in the boxing world even before turning professional. His impressive performance has caught the attention of many, including former featherweight champion Barry McGuigan. McGuigan recently praised Itauma for his natural ability and compared him to heavyweight legend Lennox Lewis. At just
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis appeared visibly fatigued during the final press conference leading up to his fight with David Avanesyan. The toll of making weight to defend his IBF welterweight title at 147 pounds seemed to have taken a significant toll on him. Despite claiming to feel strong, Ennis looked weakened and drained during media interactions,
This Saturday night, boxing fans will witness the long-awaited return of Jaron Ennis to the ring. However, this time it will be more than just a regular fight for the young prospect from Philadelphia. Ennis recently faced some off-ring issues regarding his representation, but he has now signed with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Sports, marking a