Ennis Won the Interim IBF Title by Sweeping Chukhadzhian
Jaron “Boots” Ennis defeated Karen Chukhadzhian by unanimous decision on January 7, 2023, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Ennis won the vacant interim IBF welterweight title, with all three judges scoring the twelve-round fight 120–108.
A wide points victory
The bout was Ennis’ first to go the full twelve rounds. He used his speed and combinations to control the action, while Chukhadzhian’s movement made it difficult for Ennis to secure a stoppage.
Ennis scored a knockdown in the fifth round and continued to press through the later rounds. Chukhadzhian stayed in the fight to the final bell, but the judges saw Ennis win every round.
The official result was unanimous decision. Three identical 120–108 cards made it a complete shutout and awarded Ennis the interim championship.
A step toward a world title
The vacant interim belt gave Ennis a major credential at welterweight. He had entered with an unbeaten record and a reputation as a power puncher, but the fight also showed he could maintain control over twelve rounds.
Chukhadzhian, a Ukrainian contender, remained defensively elusive and survived the distance. He could not produce enough offense to change the scorecards or threaten the verdict.
Premier Boxing Champions confirms the title designation and all three scores. The result was for an interim IBF title, not the full championship.
