Overview

• Jaron 'Boots' Ennis defeated Eimantas Stanionis via a sixth-round technical knockout in Atlantic City to unify the IBF and WBA welterweight titles and claim the Ring Magazine belt.
• Ennis dominated the fight, using precise jabs and body shots to break down Stanionis, who was unable to continue after the sixth round.
• The victory marks a career-defining moment for Ennis, who took a pay cut to ensure the fight happened, demonstrating his commitment to advancing his career.
• Promoter Eddie Hearn has expressed interest in a marquee matchup between Ennis and Terence Crawford, which would further elevate Ennis’ standing in the boxing world.
• The fight has reignited interest in the welterweight division and sparked debate over whether Stanionis’ corner stopped the fight prematurely.