He’s been described as boxing’s next superstar: A national champion at the amateur level, his record since turning professional in 2016 reads like an unblemished tour de force.
Undefeated in 36 fights with 35 wins – 31 by way of knockout – he’s a world champion with eyes on bigger opponents and prizes.
American Jaron Ennis is already making waves in his sport and his message is clear: The sky is the limit and there’s no stopping him.
“I feel like I can achieve whatever I want to achieve,” he tells CNN Sports, exuding confidence and a laser-like focus. “I want to be a mega superstar … I want the world to see my skills, my ability, my talent (and to be) the best in the world.
“I want to go down as a historic, undefeated champion – undefeated legend.”
‘They showed me the way’
The building blocks of the 28-year-old’s meteoric rise up the ranks have been forged on the canvases and ropes of the family-run business in Philadelphia.
At the top of the pyramid, Derek “Bozy” Ennis, Jaron’s father an
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