On Saturday, November 9, IBF Welterweight World Champion Jaron “Boots” Ennis delivered yet another commanding performance to the packed hometown crowd at Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center. For three years, Ennis has successfully defended his title belt—a streak he continued in his highly anticipated bout against Ukrainian fighter Karen Chukhadzhian. Discover what unfolded over 12 rounds in Philly and why, once again, Jaron Ennis keeps the belt.
Jaron Ennis vs. Karen Chukhadzhian
With 29 KOs over 33 professional fights, Ennis is a highlight machine known for his punishing style. He denied Chukhadzhian’s interim challenge in January 2023 and entered Saturday’s fight in command from the start.
Ennis, ambidextrous, began in a southpaw stance, controlling the pace. Despite a solid hit from Chukhadzhian in the early rounds, Ennis was unfazed, answering in the fifth with body blows leading to an uppercut that sent Chukhadzhian down for an eight-count.
Though fatigue set in, causing some point deductions for excessive holding, Ennis closed out the fight with the same commanding energy, ultimately securing another win.
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