Insider: Ennis Close to Rematch with Chukhadzhian

According to insider Michael Benson, Matchroom Boxing's head Eddie Hearn has revealed that American IBF welterweight champion Jaron Ennis (32-0, 29 KOs) is close to finalizing a rematch with mandatory challenger, Ukrainian Karen Chukhadzhian (24-2, 13 KOs).

The final decision will hinge on the results of the promotional bidding scheduled for September 3. Hearn has indicated that the rematch is being planned as part of a major November event in the United States, which will feature another significant title bout.

In their first encounter, which took place in January 2023, Jaron Ennis defeated Karen Chukhadzhyan by unanimous decision.