Jaron 'Boots' Ennis The New King Of The Welterweight Division

Since Terence Crawford's departure from the welterweight division, boxing fans and analysts alike have been eagerly awaiting the next dominant force to emerge at 147 pounds.

Jaron Ennis, a rising star whose blend of speed, power, and technical prowess has many convinced he is the heir apparent to Crawford’s throne.

Currently holding the IBF welterweight title, Ennis boasts an unblemished record and a string of eye-catching performances that have captured the attention of the boxing world. At just 26 years old, Ennis has demonstrated a maturity and skill set that belies his age. His unique ability to switch stances mid-fight, coupled with a high boxing IQ and ferocious punching power, has left opponents baffled and fans buzzing. Many consider him the most complete fighter in the division, with all the tools necessary to unify the belts and become the undisputed champion.

However, questions loom over Ennis’ future in the weight class. Despite his dominance, there's growing concern over whether he can continue to make the 147-pound limit comfortably. As his frame continues to fill out, whispers of a potential move to super welterweight (154 lbs) have become more frequent. If Ennis does struggle with the weight cut, it could hinder his ability to remain sharp and active at welterweight — and, ultimately, derail his path to undisputed glory.

Moreover, the welterweight landscape remains fragmented, with other top fighters like Eimantas Stanionis, Cody Crowley, and the always-dangerous Vergil Ortiz Jr. also vying for supremacy. While Ennis may be the frontrunner in talent, he’ll need the right matchups and timely negotiations to secure unification bouts.

For now, Jaron 'Boots' Ennis stands as the man to beat in the post-Crawford welterweight era. But if weight issues persist and big fights don’t materialize soon, boxing might be left once again waiting for a true, undisputed king at 147 pounds.