BY BOXING HIT STAFF-
Professional boxer Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis has been facing challenges in securing unification fights with the three welterweight champions. Promoter Eddie Hearn has revealed that his offers to the champions were rejected, leaving Ennis in a difficult position.
Eddie Hearn has not given up on trying to make a fight happen for Ennis. However, the welterweight champions, including Mario Barrios, Brian Norman Jr., and Eimantis Stanionis, turned down the offers made by Hearn. This has led to Ennis potentially defending his IBF title against his mandatory challenger, Karen Chukhadzhian, in a rematch in Philadelphia.
Challenges Faced by Ennis
The rejection of offers by the champions raises questions about their willingness to fight Ennis. Hearn may need to make substantial offers to entice the champions to agree to a bout with Ennis. The lack of belief in winning and the financial aspects play a significant role in the decision-making process for the champions.
WBC champion Barrios seems to be holding out for a lucrative fight against Manny Pacquiao, indicating a desire for a high-profile and financially rewarding match-up. In contrast, Ennis may need to consider moving up to the 154-pound division to increase his chances of securing fights and collecting belts.
Unification fights against welterweight champions are further complicated by promotional and network-related challenges. Overcoming these obstacles would require significant financial investments, and Hearn may need to consider overpaying to make the fights happen.
Overall, the struggles faced by Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis in securing unification fights highlight the complexities of the boxing world, where champions prioritize financial gains and strategic moves over potential match-ups. Hearn and Ennis will need to navigate these challenges carefully to achieve their goals in the sport.
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