Ennis Retains Title; Rodriguez Scores KO Victory

Jaron 'Boots' Ennis retained his IBF welterweight title with a unanimous decision against Karen Chukhadzhian at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, though his performance was considered lackluster without a knockout. Despite dominating the scorecards, Ennis's inability to secure a knockout is leading to considerations of moving up to 154 pounds for more challenging fights. Meanwhile, Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez defended his WBC super flyweight title with a third-round knockout against Pedro Guevara, showcasing his power and continuing his undefeated streak. Rodriguez expressed interest in a future fight with Roman 'Chocolatito' Gonzalez, despite some audience opposition due to Gonzalez's age. The event, streamed live on DAZN, highlighted contrasting performances from the two champions, with Rodriguez's decisive victory overshadowing Ennis's display. The fight card also included additional matchups with former champions and emerging talents.