Xander Zayas will defend his WBO and WBA super welterweight titles against Jaron Ennis on June 27 at Barclays Center, live on DAZN PPV.
Zayas became the youngest unified champion in boxing after defeating Abass Baraou earlier this year and now returns to New York for his second title defense.
“Long before I became a World champion, I always sought to face the biggest challenges in my division I have never shied away from a fight and have always been willing to test my skills against anyone. Now, as the unified champion, I am ready to defend my world titles against one of the sport's biggest names. I have always believed in myself, and on June 27, I will continue to show the world what is possible when you dare to be great!”
Ennis moves up to 154 pounds after unifying the welterweight division and quickly making an impact at his new weight. “Time to step and collect these belts! Knocking them down one by one! #AndTheNew.”
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The bout brings together two undefeated champions in a high-stakes unification, with both fighters aiming to establish themselves at the top of the division. Promoters and broadcasters have positioned the event as one of the standout fights of the summer, with both camps emphasizing the significance of matching elite fighters at this stage of their careers.
In the co-main, Emiliano Vargas, The Ring’s 2025 Prospect of the Year, returns in the chief support bout against Bryce Mills (22-1, 9 KOs). The 22-year-old continues his rise at junior welterweight after a February stoppage win over Agustin Quintana and will look to extend his momentum while defending his regional titles.
On the same card, Ben Whittaker makes his U.S. debut at light heavyweight against Richard Rivera (27-2, 20 KOs). Whittaker, known for his explosive style, recently scored a quick stoppage win in Liverpool, while Rivera looks to bounce back after a long layoff.
Also featured, New York’s Jahi Tucker (16-1-1, 7 KOs) faces undefeated Hendri Cedeno (16-0, 12 KOs) in a key middleweight clash, with both fighters aiming to rise in the division.
Fight card:
▪️Xander Zayas vs. Jaron Ennis, 12 rounds, for the WBO super welterweight title ▪️Emiliano Vargas vs. Bryce Mills, 12 rounds, for WBC USA Silver, WBO Latino & NABF junior super lightweight titles ▪️Ben Whitaker vs. Richard Rivera, 12 rounds, for WBC Silver light heavyweight title ▪️Jahi Tucker vs. Hendri Cedeno, 12 rounds, WBC USA, IBF North America & WBO NABO middleweight titles
