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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 / BoxingNews.com / August 16

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. Erickson Lubin Allegedly Close

Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Erickson Lubin have reportedly reached a verbal agreement over an October 18 fight, although Ortiz’s father, Vergil Ortiz Sr., denies the deal is done. The situation is complicated as talks have also taken place with WBO Junior Middleweight Champion Xander Zayas, but no offer has been accepted in that regard.

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.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 24

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Has Officially Reached The Next Level

Interim WBC junior middleweight champion Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) has reached a new level in his career with his unanimous decision victory over Israil Madrimov (10-2-1, 7 KOs) on Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 23

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Outpoints Israil Madrimov to Remain in World Title Contention

Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) kept himself on the world title track by defeating Israil Madrimov (10-2-1, 7 KOs) via unanimous decision. Scores were 117-111 and 115-113 (x2) for Ortiz.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 21

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs Israil Madrimov: Who Wins?

A true 50-50 fight dawns upon The Last Crescendo. Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Israil Madrimov will square off for Ortiz Jr.’s interim WBC junior middleweight title on Saturday at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in support of the undisputed light heavyweight world championship rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 17

Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets

Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) will meet again at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, on February 22 as the main event on a loaded card for Riyadh Season.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 16

Who is Vergil Ortiz Jr.? Meet the champion knockout artist who is yet to be defeated

Making his debut in 2016, Vergil Ortiz Jr. has since produced some stunning finishes in his career. Only one man so far has been able to withstand the finishing ability of Ortiz Jr., as he became an interim world champion in 2024.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 14

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: Tony Bellew Predicts Outcome and Teases Massive Fight

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will headline the loaded February 22 card in Riyadh. The first undisputed fight was fascinating, with plenty of intrigue throughout the contest, with Beterbiev prevailing by majority decision, with one judge scoring it 114-114, while the other two scored it 116-112 and 115-113 for Beterbiev.

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Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 28

Jaron Ennis And Vergil Ortiz Jr. ‘Verbally’ Agree To Fight

Jaron Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr. have verbally agreed to a fight at junior middleweight on February 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight has been in the making ever since Oscar De La Hoya suggested the idea.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 24

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis: Eric Gomez Confirms Talks for Riyadh Clash

Despite the end of the year fast approaching – we still have some memorable contests to come. Looking ahead to 2025, boxing looks set for an entertaining 2025, with a rumoured Riyadh Season card happening in Riyadh on February 22.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / November 15

Eddie Hearn Changes Plans for Jaron Ennis vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. Matchup

One of the most anticipated fights between Jaron Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr. is off the calendar and Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn is the reason behind it.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / October 25

Jaron Ennis Eyes Move to 154lbs for Clash with Vergil Ortiz Jr.

This was cheerful news for boxing enthusiasts. Jaron Ennis is interested in stepping up to 154 pounds to take on Vergil Ortiz Jr. for the WBC interim junior middleweight belt.

Boxing News / MyMMANews / August 12, 2024

Boxing fan knocked unconscious in brawl during Vergil Ortiz Jr. bout

One unlucky boxing fan had to watch the outcome of the Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. The post Boxing fan knocked unconscious in brawl during Vergil Ortiz Jr. bout first appeared on MyMMANews.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / August 11, 2024

Turki Alalshikh Talks Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Terence Crawford After Action Packed Win

At the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Vergil Ortiz Jr. (22-0, 21 KOs) defeated Serhii Bohachuk (24-2, 23 KOs) by a majority decision, with the judges scorecards reading 113-113 and 114-112 x2.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / August 11, 2024

Bohachuk vs Ortiz Jr. Fight Results: Ortiz Squeezes Out A Majority Decision

All week, it was billed as a main event that would produce a war, and it did precisely that. Vergil Ortiz Jr. (22-0, 21 KOs) becomes the interim WBC junior middleweight champion, scoring a narrow majority decision over Serhii Bohachuk (24-2, 23 KOs).

Boxing News / Sporting News / August 7, 2024

Serhii Bohachuk vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. undercard: Complete list of fights before main event in 2024 boxing match

On the Serhii Bohachuk vs. Vergil Ortiz undercard, there will be a women's world title fight and a top contender is looking to prove he’s ready to fight for gold. Here's a breakdown of all the action.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 24, 2024

Vergil Ortiz Jr: ‘I Feel Physically, Mentally And Emotionally Great’

LOS ANGELES, CALIF. (July 23, 2024) – The undefeated knockout monster Vergil Ortiz Jr. (21-0, 21 KOs) of Grand Prairie, Texas and Vinitza, Ukraine’s WBC

Boxing News / Sporting News / July 11, 2024

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Serhii Bohachuk tickets 2024: Cheapest prices, best seats for boxing fight in Las Vegas

Vergil Ortiz Jr. is ready to continue his development on his way to the top. Here's a breakdown of how much tickets are for his fight against Serhii Bohachuk.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 10, 2024

Ortiz Jr. Ready To Hurt Bohachuk – ‘I Am Still One Of The Best’

Vergil Ortiz Jr. will box Serhii Bohachuk for the WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Belt on August 10. Ortiz was scheduled to face Tim Tszyu on the Terence Crawford vs.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 26, 2024

‘Finalizing the Paperwork’: Vergil Ortiz Jr. Close to Next Fight Announcement

Vergil Ortiz Jr. was due to appear on the stacked August 3 card at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles against Tim Tszyu for the vacant WBA interim title. Tszyu had to withdraw due to his scalp laceration not healing following his bloody battle with Sebastian Fundora.