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Vergil Ortiz Jr. Stops Erickson Lubin in Second Round, Puts ‘Boots’ Ennis Clash in Motion

The swift finish accelerated momentum toward a Jaron “Boots” Ennis showdown, with both camps signaling interest.

Overview

  • Ortiz retained the interim WBC super welterweight title with a TKO at 1:30 of Round 2 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth on a DAZN card.
  • Lubin was pinned on the ropes and rescued by referee James Green after absorbing a string of power shots in a fight that never swung his way.
  • CompuBox-style figures reported by ESPN showed Lubin landed just three punches while Ortiz connected on 25 of 41.
  • Ortiz called Ennis into the ring for a faceoff, and Ennis publicly accepted the challenge as promoter Eddie Hearn looked on.
  • Promoters on both sides expressed openness to making Ortiz–Ennis in early 2026, though no contract has been announced.