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Philly Fighter Jaron Ennis Sets Sights on Ortiz After Dominant Win over Lima in 154-Pound Debut
Jaron Ennis claimed a share of the WBA interim 154-pound title with a first-round stoppage of Uisma Lima in a WBA junior middleweight world title eliminator.
- On October 11, Jaron 'Boots' Ennis moved up to 154 pounds and won by first-round stoppage at Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, with the fight airing on DAZN.
- Having vacated his IBF and WBA welterweight titles earlier this year, Jaron 'Boots' Ennis moved up for a WBA junior middleweight eliminator to challenge champion Abass Baraou.
- In the ring, Ennis dropped Lima three times in the first round and the referee stopped the contest at about 1:58, a rapid finish signaling his readiness at 154.
- With the interim crown secured, Jaron 'Boots' Ennis claimed a share of the interim WBA junior middleweight title and immediately targeted Vergil Ortiz Jr. as his next opponent.
- Looking ahead, Matchroom Sport promoter Eddie Hearn said Ortiz must face Erickson Lubin next month and he prefers a United States venue over Saudi Arabia for a possible fight next year.
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Jaron Ennis dominates Uisma Lima with first-round TKO 154-pound debut
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