By Gabriel F. Cordero
Looks like former IBF junior welterweight champion Sergey Lipinets (16-1-1, 12 KOs) will face unbeaten prospect Jaron “Boots” Ennis (26-0, 24 KOs) in April. No exact date or venue yet, but word is it will air on Showtime with the IBO welterweight title on the line.
Lipinets had a draw with Custio Clayton in a bout for the IBF interim title last October. Ennis is coming off a no-decision against Chris van Heerden in December, breaking his 16-fight knockout streak.
Now this is a fight.
Great matchup
This is a decent-good challenge for testing Ennis’ inner strength and chin. I can’t wait to see how Ennis handles quality pressure from Lipinets. I hope Lipinets can provide Ennis with 10-12 solid rounds. This is decent-good heat for Ennis’ boxing kitchen.
Yes, would like to see the chin of Ennis tested. If he can take a punch, this guy will very likely be in most people’s Top 5 Lb. for Lb. lists in the coming year or two.. Plenty of talent in the Welterweight division for him to prove himself against, and he has the frame to eventually move up and challenge Jermell Charlo, or whoever the 154 titleholder is at that point. Wouldn’t be surprised if he dominates Lipinets.
Jaron is the top prospect in welter division. Reminds me of Leonard, Hearns era with Benitez, Duran.
Would love to see him against Vergil Ortiz and Spence / Crawford winner.
Totally agree
Real high on Ennis. Great test for him, but he should excel.
Hmmm…..just saw on ESPN.com the Vergil Ortiz will be fighting Maurice Hooker. Vergil stepping up the competition, but I still suspect he smokes Hooker.
Good matchup, and good test for the unproven but unbeaten Ennis.