Jaron Boots Ennis now IBF mandatory to Spence

I’m glad Boots is slowly getting recognized as someone to keep an eye out for. I am even surprised Mayweather mentioned him as few times recently as a problem At times he has freaky athleticism and sense of timing reminiscent of young Roy jones jr in some aspects not all though. Exciting future ahead for sure and he's dedicated to his craft which can usually ensure success long term for sure.

Spence break off is over. Now he needs to step up in Big fights.

I don’t support ducking fights but I think Spence needs to duck this one from a business stand point and go straight for Crawford. Boots is too risky. If he ducks he gotta vacate? id love to see Boots vs Thurman. I think one time now run time gets washed

If so he should probably send Cody Crowley a fruit basket or something nice

Will be funny if he does exactly what he claimed Thurman did.... Things always change once you reach the top huh?

IBF is not the WBA or WBC, I'm sure he will have to fight for that Mandatory likely vs Crowley but yeah I'm all for Boots getting his shot but we shall see

build Boots a little more id say, but if its him next, letz gooo, he could sit out Spence n we have a firefight Bud vs Boots, I still feel Boots its to green has he even gone 12rds yet, he hasn't been tested much gotta throw him in there for a full 12rd match see what all he can do

I don’t support ducking fights but I think Spence needs to duck this one from a business stand point and go straight for Crawford. Boots is too risky.

I think spence ducks

Boots right now is how Canelo was before his peak when he was fighting prime Trout and Lara. But these guys have a small window and now is their best chance to beat Boots. In 2-3 years if even that long he beats everyone at WW. Ortiz would have the best chance because he'll be hitting his prime then as well also. I want Boots vs Ugas now. Spence and Crawford need to fight next, or at latest next year. The year after Boots vs the winner would be great. Nash out.

Funny how this guy is 24 and people are iffy about him taking on Spence. “Too early” Puts fighters like Vargas and Canelo in perspective. Willing to be that hungry young lion even at such a young age.

Spence is actually in a similar position Brook was in when Spence became mandatory. He’s tight at the weight, recovering from an eye injury and there’s a young hungry blue chip talent looking to take his spot. I’ve got to admit though, I think it’s a little early for Ennis, gun to my head, I’d probably roll with Spence on this one providing he’s still the same fighter after the eye issue/layoff. Very interesting matchup!

:cool2: Spence won't fight Ennis.

Well Spence said he doesnt want any soft touches when he comes back so I dont mind this. BUT Spence also said its strap season and he wont even speak on Bud so Im not holding my breath on Spence/Boots happening. Hope it does happen as if Boots wins, he already said hed fight Bud. Would be a better fight too imo. Cause i think Bud washes Spence something bad...

I don't know about that?? Look at Charlo and Hurd??? Jarrett Hurd's performances have clearly suffered by staying too long at LMW, and his last bout was at MW. I think Jermell stayed at LMW because he's found a way to carve out a legacy at the weight, but I think he'd contemplate moving up if his brother wasn't already there. If Jermall goes to 168, I expect Jermell to move up soon after. It wouldn't surprise me if the rest of the WWs try to wait until Ennis moves up, or his performances are clearly showing signs that the weight-cut is affecting him.

Boots right now is how Canelo was before his peak when he was fighting prime Trout and Lara. But these guys have a small window and now is their best chance to beat Boots. In 2-3 years if even that long he beats everyone at WW. Ortiz would have the best chance because he'll be hitting his prime then as well also. In 2 years, he may not even be able to actually make WW.

IBF don't play either. They stripped ggg and they stripped Canelo. Those some money making dudes. So it ain't about the fees for the IBF. They don't but I'm not so sure he's actually mando yet.

He's ranked #1 or he's mandatory? I don't remember the IBF calling an eliminator for him.

I’m glad Boots is slowly getting recognized as someone to keep an eye out for. I am even surprised Mayweather mentioned him as few times recently as a problem

Spence be smart to fight Crawford. Or actually wouldn't be a bad idea get boots while he's kind of green like Floyd did with Canelo Hows the size difference there?