Jaron Ennis: How Philadelphia’s latest champ is priming himself for boxing greatness

Jaron Ennis on his way to winning the Interim IBF Welterweight Championship bout at against Karen Chukhadzhian in January 2023 Patrick Smith/Getty Images North America/Getty Images

He’s been described as boxing ’s next superstar: A national champion at the amateur level, his record since turning professional in 2016 reads like an unblemished tour de force.

Undefeated in 36 fights with 35 wins – 31 by way of knockout – he’s a world champion with eyes on bigger opponents and prizes.

American Jaron Ennis is already making waves in his sport and his message is clear: The sky is the limit and there’s no stopping him.

“I feel like I can achieve whatever I want to achieve,” he tells CNN Sports , exuding confidence and a laser-like focus. “I want to be a mega superstar … I want the world