Jaron Ennis facts for kids

Jaron Ennis (born June 26, 1997) is an American professional boxer. He is often called "Boots." Since 2023, he has held the International Boxing Federation (IBF) welterweight title. Before becoming a professional, he was a very good amateur boxer. He won a silver medal in 2014 and a gold medal in 2015 at the U.S. National Golden Gloves Championships.

Becoming a Professional Boxer

Starting His Career

Jaron Ennis started his professional boxing journey on April 30, 2016. In his first fight, he won by knockout (KO) in the very first round! This happened against Cory Muldrew in St. George, Utah.

He had seven more fights in 2016. Four of these were quick wins where he stopped his opponents early. He beat Luis Ramos, Deshawn Debose, Tavorus Teague, and Matt Murphy. In September, he fought Eddie Diaz and won by unanimous decision (UD). This means all the judges agreed he won. He finished 2016 with two more knockout wins.

In 2017, Jaron continued his winning streak. He started the year with another first-round knockout. He then won a decision against James Winchester. He had seven more fights that year, winning all of them by stopping his opponents. He was really showing his power!

More Wins and a Small Setback

Over the next three years, Jaron Ennis kept winning. He added nine more victories to his record. All these wins were by knockout or technical knockout.

In 2018, he defeated fighters like Gustavo Garibay and Mike Arnaoutis. He also beat Armando Alvarez and Raymond Serrano.

In 2019, he won against Franklin Mamani and Damian Fernandez.

Then in 2020, he quickly beat Bakhtiyar Eyubov and Juan Carlos Abreu.

Later in 2020, Jaron faced Chris van Heerden. This fight was for the IBO welterweight title. In the first round, an accidental clash of heads caused a bad cut on Van Heerden. The referee had to stop the fight. Because of this, the fight was called a "No-Contest." This means it didn't count as a win or a loss for either boxer.

Climbing the Ranks

Ennis vs. Lipinets: A Big Knockout!

After the No-Contest, Jaron Ennis fought Sergey Lipinets on April 10, 2021. Lipinets was a former champion.

Jaron used his quick jab to keep Lipinets away. He also moved his feet well to avoid punches. Lipinets tried to get close and hit Jaron's body. He even landed some strong punches.

But Jaron's defense was strong, and his chin held up. He started to hit Lipinets more and more. In the sixth round, Jaron landed a powerful left uppercut. Lipinets fell to the ground and couldn't get up. Jaron won by knockout!

Ennis vs. Dulorme: A Quick Finish

On October 30, 2021, Jaron Ennis fought Thomas Dulorme. Jaron made quick work of him. He knocked Dulorme out in the very first round!

Ennis vs. Clayton: Becoming a Top Contender

On May 14, 2022, Jaron Ennis fought Custio Clayton. This fight was important because the winner would get a chance to fight for the IBF welterweight title.

Jaron was expected to win easily, and he did. He knocked out Clayton in the second round. He landed a strong right hook that shook Clayton. Clayton tried to get up, but he was too wobbly. Jaron was now a top contender for the world title!

Becoming an IBF Champion

Ennis vs. Chukhadzhian: Winning an Interim Title

Jaron Ennis couldn't get a fight with the champion, Errol Spence Jr. So, on January 7, 2023, he fought Karen Chukhadzhian. This fight was for the "interim" IBF welterweight title. An interim title means you are the temporary champion.

Jaron had won almost all his fights by knockout. But Chukhadzhian was very tough. He lasted all 12 rounds! This was only the third time Jaron had to go the full distance. Even though Chukhadzhian was tough, Jaron dominated the fight. All the judges agreed that Jaron won easily. He became the IBF interim welterweight champion.

Ennis vs. Villa: Defending His Title

On July 8, 2023, Jaron Ennis defended his interim title for the first time. He fought Roiman Villa.

Jaron's fast hands and accurate punches made it hard for Villa to get close. Villa tried to pressure Jaron, but Jaron's attacks were too much. In the 10th round, Jaron landed a strong combination. Villa was trapped against the ropes. The referee stopped the fight, and Jaron won by knockout! This was his 31st victory, and he remained undefeated.

Becoming the Full IBF Welterweight Champion

After Errol Spence Jr. lost his titles to Terence Crawford in July 2023, Crawford became the undisputed champion. The IBF then told Crawford he had to defend their title against Jaron Ennis. But Crawford decided not to take the fight.

So, on November 9, 2023, the IBF took their title away from Crawford. They then made Jaron Ennis the full IBF welterweight champion!

Ennis vs. Avanesyan: First Title Defense

Jaron Ennis was supposed to fight Cody Crowley on July 13, 2024. But Crowley had to pull out because of an eye problem. So, David Avanesyan stepped in as the new opponent. Jaron defeated Avanesyan in the fifth round.

Ennis vs. Chukhadzhian II: A Rematch

Jaron Ennis had a rematch with Karen Chukhadzhian on November 9, 2024. This was his second defense of the IBF welterweight title. Just like their first fight, Jaron won by unanimous decision.

Future Fight: Unifying Titles

Jaron Ennis is scheduled to fight Eimantas Stanionis on April 12, 2025. Stanionis holds the WBA welterweight title. This fight will be to unify the IBF and WBA titles, meaning the winner will hold both!

Jaron Ennis's Boxing Record

Here's a quick look at Jaron Ennis's professional boxing record: