IBF welterweight champion Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis appeared visibly drained during the pre-fight face-off against challenger David Avanesyan. Ennis, who boasts an impressive record of 31-0, with 28 knockouts, is the favorite heading into the fight. However, his lack of confidence during the face-off is raising questions about his readiness for the upcoming bout.
On the other hand, challenger David Avanesyan, with a record of 30-4-1 and 18 knockouts, looked confident and comfortable during the face-off. At 35 years old, Avanesyan seems unfazed by the pressure of the upcoming fight. He is expected to rehydrate less than Ennis, which could work in his favor come fight night.
One of the major concerns leading up to the fight is Ennis’s weight drain. Having had to adjust quickly to Avanesyan’s style after his originally scheduled opponent pulled out, Ennis may not be in peak physical condition for the fight. If he is indeed weight-drained, Avanesyan could have a significant advantage and potentially pull off a massive upset by defeating Ennis.
Boxing expert Paulie Malignaggi has weighed in on the matchup, highlighting Avanesyan’s durability and previous victories over top contenders. While Ennis is favored to win, Malignaggi points out that Avanesyan’s toughness cannot be underestimated. If Ennis underestimates his opponent or enters the ring weight-drained, the outcome of the fight could lean in Avanesyan’s favor.
The upcoming fight between Boots Ennis and David Avanesyan has the potential for an upset. Ennis’s lack of confidence, Avanesyan’s comfort at the weight, and the concerns over Ennis’s weight drain all point to a competitive and unpredictable matchup. Boxing fans will have to tune in on fight night to see if Ennis can maintain his undefeated record or if Avanesyan will emerge victorious in what could be a shocking upset.