Kosport Magazine: Eddie Hearn Sets Sights on Unification Fights for Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has big plans for his newest signee, Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis. Hearn wants Ennis to focus on unification fights against the other welterweight champions, leading to a potential mega-clash against Terence Crawford.
Ennis, with a record of 31-0 and 28 knockouts, is a rising star in the welterweight division. Hearn sees him as a potential threat to the current champions and wants to see him collect all four belts before facing Crawford.
Kosport Magazine: Mandatory Defense First
While a fight against Conor Benn is a possibility, Hearn is more interested in Ennis’ mandatory defense against Cody Crowley. The match could take place in July in Ennis’ hometown of Philadelphia, but Hearn has not revealed a backup plan if Crowley declines the fight.
Ennis’ popularity in the UK could make a fight against Benn lucrative, but Hearn believes it would be a waste at this point in Ennis’ career.
Kosport Magazine: Eyes on Unification Bouts
Hearn has his sights set on unification fights for Ennis, specifically against WBA champion Eimantas Stanionis and WBC interim champion Mario Barrios. He believes there is now a big opportunity to make these fights happen, whereas before there may not have been.
However, Hearn acknowledges that it may be difficult to entice these champions to face Ennis, as they may see him as a dangerous opponent. The possibility of staging the fights in Saudi Arabia could make negotiations easier.
Kosport Magazine: Crawford vs. Ennis: The Big Goal
Hearn’s ultimate goal for Ennis is a showdown with Terence Crawford, which he believes would be one of the biggest and best fights in the sport. However, if this fight doesn’t happen for another two years, Crawford will be close to 40 and may not have much left in the tank.
Ennis’ next fight is scheduled for July, and Hearn plans to bring him back to Philadelphia before pursuing a big unification fight.
Check out the video below to see Hearn’s full comments on Ennis’ future:
Kosport Magazine: Eddie Hearn’s Plans for Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis
In summary, Eddie Hearn has big plans for Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis, including unification fights against the other welterweight champions and a potential showdown with Terence Crawford. Ennis’ next fight is scheduled for July, and Hearn is determined to make it a big one. Stay tuned for updates on Ennis’ journey to the top of the welterweight division.
