‘Boots’ Ennis defends welterweight championship with unanimous decision win over Chukhadzhian
Jesse Rodriguez, right, throws a punch against Padro Guevara, left, during the first round of a WBC World and Ring Magazine Super-Flyweight titles bout Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in Philadelphia. Jesse Rodriguez retains his title with a third round TKO. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)[ASSOCIATED PRESS/Chris Szagola]
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jaron Ennis defended his share of the 147-pound championship with a flat performance in front of his hometown, taking a unanimous decision victory over Ukrainian Karen Chukhadzhian. Ennis won 119-107, 117-109, 116-110 on the scorecards on Saturday night in Philadelphia to retain the IBF welterweight championship. The 27-year-old Ennis, out of northwest Philadelphia, fought for the second time this year at the Wells Fargo Center, home to both the 76ers and Flyers.
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Jesse Rodriguez, center, celebrates his win as Padro Guevara, right, comes over to give him a hug following the WBC World and Ring Magazine Super-Flyweight titles bout Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in Philadelphia. Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez retains his title with a third round TKO. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
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