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There’s only one name most fans are calling for when it comes to Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s next opponent. But despite a face-to-face moment in the ring with Jaron “Boots” Ennis immediately after dismantling Erickson Lubin last Saturday.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 10

Ortiz–Ennis Negotiations Begin as De La Hoya Declares: 'We Have the Upper Hand'

FORT WORTH, Texas — It didn’t take long after Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s emphatic second-round knockout of Erickson Lubin for business to take center stage. While

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 10

What’s Next For Vergil Ortiz Jr.?

Vergil Ortiz Jr. secured a second-round knockout against Erickson Lubin, as we look at what could be next for him. The win meant he retained his WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Title, extending Ortiz’s undefeated record to 24-0.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 9

Vergil Ortiz Jr. flattens Erickson Lubin in 2, clears runway for 'Boots' Ennis

FORT WORTH, Texas — One perfect right hand changed everything. Vergil Ortiz Jr. (24-0, 22 KOs) vaporized Erickson Lubin (27-3, 19 KOs) at 1:30 of Round 2, retaining his WBC interim 154-pound title and setting the table for a long-teased showdown with Jaron “Boots” Ennis.

Boxing News / NY Fights / November 9

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

Erickson Lubin entered the ring at the Dickies Center in Fort Worth, Texas, dressed like a matador. It was a fitting choice, because he found himself confronting a bull in Vergil Ortiz.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 7

Oscar De La Hoya Believes Boots Ennis Will Duck Vergil Ortiz Jr.

The calendar year’s most significant junior middleweight bout lands in Fort Worth on Saturday as Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) meets Erickson “The Hammer” Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs) at Dickies Arena with Jaron “Boots” Ennis (35-0, 31 KOs) and promoter Eddie Hearn watching from ringside.

Boxing News / NY Fights / November 7

Boots Sweepstakes: Ortiz vs Lubin, DAZN Saturday

The late fall boxing season heats up in Fort Worth, Texas on Saturday with Ortiz vs Lubin, a high-stakes matchup between undefeated Interim WBC Super Welterweight champion Vergil Ortiz Jr.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 7

Oscar De La Hoya Sends Warning To Eddie Hearn And Jaron Ennis Ahead Of Vergil Ortiz Jr Fight

Vergil Ortiz Jr. will put his perfect 23-0 record on the line on Saturday as he takes on former world title challenger Erickson Lubin (27-2). The fight will see Ortiz Jr.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / November 7

Oscar De La Hoya on Why Vergil Ortiz Jr Is The ‘Next Superstar In Boxing’

Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) is the next top dog in boxing, according to the ‘Golden Boy’ Oscar De La Hoya. With barely a day remaining for The Texas Machine’s title defence against Erickson Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs), the promoter is hopeful that it will lead him to greater heights in the sport.

Boxing News / ESPN / November 7

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin: Five things to know

Can Vergil Ortiz Jr. win his first world title? Will Erickson Lubin test Ortiz and finally win the "big fight"?

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 7

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin press conference quotes and fight prediction

Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) and Erickson Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs) will soon clash in a 12-round super welterweight contest. Their bout headlines a Golden Boy Promotions card at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX.

Boxing News / Sporting News / November 5

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin undercard: Complete list of fights before main event in 2025 boxing match

Top contenders and rising prospects compete on the Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin undercard. Here's a breakdown of all the action on the Ortiz vs.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 4

Vergil Ortiz Jr.: 'I’ve already said yes' — blames Team Ennis for delays to 2026 super-fight

Vergil Ortiz Jr. says the holdup in making a blockbuster clash with Jaron “Boots” Ennis isn’t on his side. Speaking on Inside The Ring ahead of Saturday’s DAZN main event vs.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 28

Jaron Ennis shares his honest take on Vergil Ortiz Jr’s best attribute

On October 11, live from the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA, Jaron Ennis made a successful debut at super welterweight, stopping Uisama Lima in the first round.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 30

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Responds To Claims That He 'Ducked' Jaron Ennis

Former unified world welterweight champion Jaron Ennis (34-0) is set to make the move up a division when he takes on Uisma Lima (14-1) in Philadelphia.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 23

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. Erickson Lubin – How Does It Play Out?

Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) boxes Erickson Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs) on November 8, as we look at how the fight could play out. Ortiz enters the fight with a win over Israil Madrimov to retain his WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Belt.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / August 21

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin Set for Nov. 8 in Fort Worth

Junior middleweight clash is officially on the books. Vergil Ortiz Jr. will defend his WBC interim title against Erickson “The Hammer” Lubin on Nov. 8 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, live on DAZN, Golden Boy Promotions announced Thursday.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / August 21

Vergil Ortiz Jr Returns Home to Face Erickson Lubin on Nov. 8 DAZN Card

Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Erickson Lubin is set for Saturday, November 8, live on DAZN from Dickies Arena in Forth Worth, Texas. Ortiz (23-0, 21 KOs) will defend his WBC interim super welterweight title against Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs) on a Golden Boy promotions card in association with ProBox.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / April 18

Exclusive: Oscar De La Hoya Gives An Update on Vergil Ortiz Jr, Oscar Collazo & A ‘Big NYC Card’

Founder, Chairman & CEO of Golden Boy Promotions Oscar De La Hoya gives an exclusive update on WBC interim junior middleweight champion Vergil Ortiz Jr.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Shakur Stevenson Calls for Ennis vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. Showdown

Shakur Stevenson has expressed interest in seeing Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis face Vergil Ortiz Jr. next, suggesting that Ennis (34-0, 30 KOs) is “too dominant” for anyone else at 147 lbs if he remains in the division.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / March 25

Oscar De La Hoya Reveals Future Fight Plans for Vergil Ortiz Jr.

Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) is fast becoming one of the most feared fighters, always prepared to face anyone. His previous health problems, which kept him out of the ring following his win over Michael McKinson until his controversial early KO win over Frederick Lawson appear behind him.