Matchroom Boxing Signs Unbeaten IBF Welterweight Champ Jaron “Boots” Ennis: What’s Next for the Pound-for-Pound Great?

Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has reason to celebrate after securing the signing of undefeated IBF welterweight champion Jaron “Boots” Ennis to a multi-fight deal. Ennis, with an impressive record of 31-0 with 28 knockouts, was recently upgraded to full champion status by the IBF after Terence Crawford was stripped of the title.

Hearn expressed his excitement over the signing, stating, “I’ve watched this young man for many years, and I always believed he would become a pound-for-pound great. To win the race to sign Jaron is a massive coup for Matchroom Boxing and DAZN.”

With Ennis now under the Matchroom banner, the boxing world is eagerly anticipating his next move. One potential matchup on the horizon is a bout against mandatory challenger Cody Crowley in May. Crowley, also undefeated at 22-0, presents a tough challenge for Ennis, but the young champion is confident in his abilities.

Another intriguing possibility for Ennis is a showdown with Conor Benn, Matchroom’s former welterweight attraction. While Benn is not currently rated by the IBF, a fight between the two would generate significant interest and could be a major event for fans on both sides of the Atlantic.

However, a matchup with former champion Terence Crawford seems unlikely at this point, as Crawford appears to be moving up to the super welterweight division. Similarly, a potential clash with Errol Spence Jr. may also be off the table, as Spence is rumored to be considering a move up in weight class.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding his next opponent, one thing is clear – Jaron “Boots” Ennis is poised to make a major impact in the welterweight division and beyond. Boxing fans can expect to see some exciting matchups and memorable moments as Ennis continues his rise to the top of the sport.