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Jaron Ennis Retains IBF Welterweight Title with TKO Win Over David Avanesyan

Ennis dominated the fight in Philadelphia, securing victory in the fifth round and eyeing future unification bouts.

  • Ennis floored Avanesyan with a counter right hand in the fifth round, leading to a TKO victory.
  • The fight marked Ennis' first title defense and his first bout in his hometown since 2018.
  • Initially set to fight Cody Crowley, Ennis faced Avanesyan after Crowley withdrew due to medical reasons.
  • Promoter Eddie Hearn plans to stage another fight for Ennis later this year, with potential title unifications on the horizon.
  • Avanesyan stepped in on short notice and was outclassed by Ennis, who outlanded him 152 to 53.
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