Jaron “Boots” Ennis returns home this weekend with a statement mission — defending his interim crown in front of a raucous Philadelphia crowd.
The undefeated pound-for-pound contender headlines a stacked night of action, broadcast live worldwide on DAZN, with live prelims beginning at 5:15 pm ET and the main card starting at 8:00 pm ET.
After a successful weigh-in, Ennis tipped the scales at 153.4 lbs, while challenger Uisma Lima came in just under at 153 lbs ahead of their WBA Interim World Super-Welterweight Title clash.
Jaron Ennis Eyes the Elite at 154
Undefeated and brimming with confidence, Ennis makes his long-awaited debut at 154 pounds, stepping into the super welterweight division with a mission to dominate.
After ruling the welterweight scene and collecting the IBF and WBA crowns, “Boots” now sets his sights on the rivals above — including Jermell Charlo, Sebastian Fundora, and rising force Vergil Ortiz Jr.
“The move up was about being stronger and more explosive,” Ennis said during fight week. “I’m ready to show I belong with the champions at this weight.”
Facing dangerous Portuguese puncher Lima for the interim title, Ennis aims to deliver a statement performance in front of his hometown faithful. A dominant win could fast-track him toward full world title contention — and the mega fights he’s chased for years.
Prelims – Live on Matchroom Boxing’s YouTube Channel
Start time: 5:15 pm ET | First bell: 5:25 pm ET
Justin Palmieri (136.4 lbs) vs Naheem Parker (141.6 lbs) — Super-Lightweight — 6 x 3 mins — 5:25 pm ET
Harley Mederos (141.6 lbs) vs Hylon Williams Jr (138.4 lbs) — Super-Lightweight — 6 x 3 mins — 5:55 pm ET
Giorgio Visioli (135 lbs) vs James Wilkins (134.6 lbs) — Lightweight — 8 x 3 mins — 6:25 pm ET
Zaquin Moses (132.2 lbs) vs Antonio Dunton-El Jr (133.4 lbs) — Super-Featherweight — 6 x 3 mins — 6:55 pm ET
Main Card – Live on DAZN
Start time: 8:00 pm ET
Dennis Thompson (121.4 lbs) vs Sean Diaz (122 lbs) — Bantamweight — 6 x 3 mins — 8:00 pm ET
Tahmir Smalls (146.8 lbs) vs Jose Roman (146.4 lbs) — WBA Continental North America Welterweight Title — 10 x 3 mins — 8:45 pm ET
Alexis Barriere (237 lbs) vs Guido Vianello (247.4 lbs) — WBC Continental Americas Heavyweight Title — 10 x 3 mins — 9:45 pm ET
Jaron Ennis (153.4 lbs) vs Uisma Lima (153 lbs) — WBA Interim World Super-Welterweight Title — 12 x 3 mins — Approx. 10:45 pm ET
Where to Watch
Fans can catch the Ennis vs Lima prelims live and free on Matchroom Boxing’s YouTube channel from 5:15 pm ET, before switching to DAZN for the main broadcast beginning at 8:00 pm ET.
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