Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan: Press Conference Quotes and Fight Prediction
Jaron Ennis (31-0, 28 KOs, 1 NC) will make the first defence of his welterweight world title against David Avanesyan (30-4-1, 18 KOs).
The two fighters headline a Matchroom Boxing card at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA. Boxing fans around the world can catch the action live on DAZN. Ennis will be defending his IBF title, a belt he has held since Terence Crawford vacated it.
Ennis was initially going to take on Canadian welterweight Cody Crowley on July 13. However, he had to withdraw from the clash due to failing an eye exam. As a result, Avanesyan stepped in to take the challenge. Ahead of their fight this Saturday, he and Ennis spoke at a press conference. Below is some of what they had to say.
Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan Press Conference Quotes
Jaron Ennis
“Yeah, I’m ready man,” said Ennis. “I can’t wait man. It’s a blessing to be able to fight here. I’m ready to put on a show, look good doing it, beat him up, break him down and get the stoppage at the end of the night. I had my fun, [going] to put on a beautiful show.”
“I feel like I’m going to thrive here. Have my fun and put on a beautiful show. Fighting at home I’m comfortable. Being at home is like me being on the couch with my feet up. It’s going to be a great show. I can’t wait. I’m ready.”
David Avanesyan
“100 per cent [I believe I can become world champion],” said Avanesyan. “[If] I no believe I no sit down now here. I believe why I’m here, I’m happy my God give me chance, big chance. Listen, I know my opponent Ennis is good fighter. I happy. I want fight for only good fighter…”
“Listen, I have many big fights. This is again a good fight, good chance for me. I give everything.”
Fight Prediction
Ennis has a lot of talent and he has shown that time and time again. Avanesyan is a veteran of the sport, with his fair share of incredible wins, but “Boots” should be too much for him. Expect Ennis to gradually break his opponent down and make things difficult as the fight goes on. Ennis to stop Avanesyan by round eight.
Full Press Conference
For the press conference in its entirety, click here or the play button below. Video courtesy of Matchroom Boxing.
Currently writing out of Toronto, Canada, Saadeq first became a boxing fan while living in Doha, Qatar. Looking to become more involved in the sport, he began writing about boxing and has had work published in outlets such as Seconds Out and Boxing Social. He looks forward to continue covering boxing on Big Fight Weekend.
