Jaron "Boots" Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis are set to face off in a high-stakes welterweight clash this weekend. The unification bout will take place at the historic Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, with both fighters putting their undefeated records on the line.
Ennis, the current IBF and The Ring welterweight champion, enters the ring as the clear favorite. He boasts an impressive record of 33 wins with 29 knockouts and no losses. The Ring magazine ranks him as the number one welterweight in the world. Stanionis, the WBA Regular welterweight champion from Lithuania, steps up as the underdog but remains undeterred by the challenge ahead.
The fight promises to be one of the most significant welterweight bouts of the year. With the IBF, WBA, and The Ring titles all up for grabs, it's a true number one versus number two matchup that has caught the attention of boxing fans worldwide.
Both fighters stand to earn seven-figure purses for their efforts. Ennis is expected to take home around $2.5 million, while Stanionis could pocket approximately $1.8 million. These amounts could increase further through sponsorships, performance bonuses, and international broadcast rights if the fight delivers the drama and spectacle fans are hoping for.
Ennis has been steadily growing in popularity and earning power. His previous fight against David Avanesyan netted him over $3 million, and he surpassed the $2 million mark in his title defense against Karen Chukhadzhian. Known for his explosive style and knockout power, Ennis aims to continue his winning streak and cement his status as the division's top dog.
Stanionis, while less well-known, has been steadily building his career. This fight represents his most lucrative and significant opportunity to date. In his last title defense, he earned 75% of a $2.3 million purse. Now, he's looking to make the most of this chance to upset the odds and take Ennis' unbeaten record.
"It will not be easy for either of them, and this fight is just what boxing needs," Stanionis said, showing he's not intimidated by the task ahead.
The betting odds heavily favor Ennis, with bookmakers giving him an 80-85% chance of victory. He's priced at -560 to -650, while Stanionis is the underdog at +380.
DAZN will broadcast the event, adding to its potential as a revenue magnet. With multiple titles on the line and two undefeated records at stake, this bout at the storied Boardwalk Hall has all the ingredients to be a memorable night of boxing action.
