Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis: Eric Gomez Confirms Talks for Riyadh Clash

Despite the end of the year fast approaching – we still have some memorable contests to come. Looking ahead to 2025, boxing looks set for an entertaining 2025, with a rumoured Riyadh Season card happening in Riyadh on February 22. Eric Gomez of Golden Boy Promotions have revealed to Dan Rafael that preliminary talks have begun for a fascinating clash between Jaron “Boots” Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr.

Eric Gomez Confirms Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis Discussions

Key Details on Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis Revealed

Ennis was last seen, defeating Karen Chukhadzhian by unanimous decision, dropping the Ukrainian in round five, with the judges scorecards reading 119-107, 117-109 and 116-110. “Boots” is undoubtedly one of the most talented fighters in modern-day boxing, and it will be fascinating to see how he deals with a step up in class against Ortiz.

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Ortiz Jr., the current WBC interim super welterweight title holder, won it from Serhii Bohachuk by a majority in a wildly entertaining clash earlier this year.

The contest between these two hugely talented fighters will seemingly take place at super welterweight (154lbs) on the February 22 Riyadh Season card.

Plans Change

Turki Alalshikh had spoken earlier this year regarding a different fight he wanted to make for Ortiz: “Tomorrow or after the fight, we have big meeting to support and see the next step with the Golden Boy.” He continued: “Ortiz, if he does the job today, we want to see him against Crawford.” His Excellency tantalisingly added: “I will give Crawford big offer to do this.”

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It seemingly looks as though Crawford only wants Canelo, which has opened the door for the Philadelphia native to move to 154lbs and challenge Ortiz. “Boots” has struggled to make unification fights at welterweight so a move up to 154 for a big fight like this is unsurprising.

Be sure to tune in to the latest Big Fight Weekend/Fight Freaks Unite podcast which will be released in the coming hours with the full interview between Dan Rafael and Eric Gomez from Golden Boy on the latest episode.