Tag: Vergil Ortiz Jr.

No surprise, but it's good to start the week with Zayas vs Boots getting over the official finish line and set for June 27. Photo: Matchroom Boxing

It’s Official: Thoughts on Zayas vs Boots Matchup on June 27

Key Takeaways: Zayas vs Boots Official Announcement: Xander Zayas will defend his…

Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor

March 30, 2026

Ennis vs Ortiz Jr is the fight everyone looked forward to in 2026, but a lawsuit has put a serious stumbling block in the way. Photo: Golden Boy Boxing

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Vergil Ortiz Jr. Files Lawsuit Against Golden Boy

In November, Vergil Ortiz Jr. called Jaron “Boots” Ennis into the ring…

Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor

January 16, 2026

While Vergil Ortiz Jr. was favored to get the win over Erickson Lubin, his performance was a stunning statement staking his claim to the top of the super welterweight division, belt or no. Photo: Golden Boy Boxing

Statement Win for Vergil Ortiz Jr. – Bring On Boots Ennis

Erickson Lubin entered the ring at the Dickies Center in Fort Worth,…

Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor

November 9, 2025

Jaron "Boots" Ennis and Uisma Lima pose at the final pre-fight news conference with Matchroom Sport chairman Eddie Hearn. Photo: Emma Brawley, Matchroom Boxing Boots Ennis

The Truth About Boots Ennis

As boxing looks for its next great American star, Jaron “Boots” Ennis…

Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor

October 9, 2025