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Jaron Ennis Unifies Welterweight Titles with Sixth-Round TKO of Eimantas Stanionis

Ennis secures the IBF, WBA, and Ring Magazine belts, solidifying his status as a top contender in the division while potential matchups with Terence Crawford and others loom.

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Jaron Ennis defeated Lithuania's Eimantas Stanionis by sixth round technical knockout to unify the WBA and IBF welterweight belts
Eimantas Stanionis looks on in his WBA welterweight championship title fight against Gabriel Maestre at T-Mobile Arena on May 04, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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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.