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Founder, Chairman & CEO of Golden Boy Promotions Oscar De La Hoya gives an exclusive update on WBC interim junior middleweight champion Vergil Ortiz Jr.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Shakur Stevenson Calls for Ennis vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. Showdown

Shakur Stevenson has expressed interest in seeing Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis face Vergil Ortiz Jr. next, suggesting that Ennis (34-0, 30 KOs) is “too dominant” for anyone else at 147 lbs if he remains in the division.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / March 25

Oscar De La Hoya Reveals Future Fight Plans for Vergil Ortiz Jr.

Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) is fast becoming one of the most feared fighters, always prepared to face anyone. His previous health problems, which kept him out of the ring following his win over Michael McKinson until his controversial early KO win over Frederick Lawson appear behind him.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 24

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Has Officially Reached The Next Level

Interim WBC junior middleweight champion Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) has reached a new level in his career with his unanimous decision victory over Israil Madrimov (10-2-1, 7 KOs) on Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 23

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Outpoints Israil Madrimov to Remain in World Title Contention

Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) kept himself on the world title track by defeating Israil Madrimov (10-2-1, 7 KOs) via unanimous decision. Scores were 117-111 and 115-113 (x2) for Ortiz.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 21

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs Israil Madrimov: Who Wins?

A true 50-50 fight dawns upon The Last Crescendo. Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Israil Madrimov will square off for Ortiz Jr.’s interim WBC junior middleweight title on Saturday at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in support of the undisputed light heavyweight world championship rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 17

Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets

Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) will meet again at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, on February 22 as the main event on a loaded card for Riyadh Season.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 16

Who is Vergil Ortiz Jr.? Meet the champion knockout artist who is yet to be defeated

Making his debut in 2016, Vergil Ortiz Jr. has since produced some stunning finishes in his career. Only one man so far has been able to withstand the finishing ability of Ortiz Jr., as he became an interim world champion in 2024.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 14

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: Tony Bellew Predicts Outcome and Teases Massive Fight

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will headline the loaded February 22 card in Riyadh. The first undisputed fight was fascinating, with plenty of intrigue throughout the contest, with Beterbiev prevailing by majority decision, with one judge scoring it 114-114, while the other two scored it 116-112 and 115-113 for Beterbiev.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 28

Jaron Ennis And Vergil Ortiz Jr. ‘Verbally’ Agree To Fight

Jaron Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr. have verbally agreed to a fight at junior middleweight on February 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight has been in the making ever since Oscar De La Hoya suggested the idea.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 24

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis: Eric Gomez Confirms Talks for Riyadh Clash

Despite the end of the year fast approaching – we still have some memorable contests to come. Looking ahead to 2025, boxing looks set for an entertaining 2025, with a rumoured Riyadh Season card happening in Riyadh on February 22.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / November 15

Eddie Hearn Changes Plans for Jaron Ennis vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. Matchup

One of the most anticipated fights between Jaron Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr. is off the calendar and Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn is the reason behind it.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / October 25

Jaron Ennis Eyes Move to 154lbs for Clash with Vergil Ortiz Jr.

This was cheerful news for boxing enthusiasts. Jaron Ennis is interested in stepping up to 154 pounds to take on Vergil Ortiz Jr. for the WBC interim junior middleweight belt.

Boxing News / MyMMANews / August 12

Boxing fan knocked unconscious in brawl during Vergil Ortiz Jr. bout

One unlucky boxing fan had to watch the outcome of the Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. The post Boxing fan knocked unconscious in brawl during Vergil Ortiz Jr. bout first appeared on MyMMANews.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / August 11

Turki Alalshikh Talks Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Terence Crawford After Action Packed Win

At the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Vergil Ortiz Jr. (22-0, 21 KOs) defeated Serhii Bohachuk (24-2, 23 KOs) by a majority decision, with the judges scorecards reading 113-113 and 114-112 x2.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / August 11

Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Serhii Bohachuk Deliver a Thrilling Las Vegas Show

On Saturday, August 10 at the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, we saw Vergil Ortiz (22-0, 21 KOs) defeat Serhii Bohachuk by majority decision (24-2, 23 KOs).

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 10

Serhii Bohachuk Vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. Predictions – ‘KO In Under 5’

Serhii Bohachuk makes a defense of his WBC Junior Middleweight Interim Title against Vergil Ortiz Jr. on August 10. The card will take place from the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas in a 12-round bout on DAZN.

Boxing News / Sporting News / August 7

Serhii Bohachuk vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. undercard: Complete list of fights before main event in 2024 boxing match

On the Serhii Bohachuk vs. Vergil Ortiz undercard, there will be a women's world title fight and a top contender is looking to prove he’s ready to fight for gold. Here's a breakdown of all the action.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 24

Vergil Ortiz Jr: ‘I Feel Physically, Mentally And Emotionally Great’

LOS ANGELES, CALIF. (July 23, 2024) – The undefeated knockout monster Vergil Ortiz Jr. (21-0, 21 KOs) of Grand Prairie, Texas and Vinitza, Ukraine’s WBC

Boxing News / Sporting News / July 11

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Serhii Bohachuk tickets 2024: Cheapest prices, best seats for boxing fight in Las Vegas

Vergil Ortiz Jr. is ready to continue his development on his way to the top. Here's a breakdown of how much tickets are for his fight against Serhii Bohachuk.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 10

Ortiz Jr. Ready To Hurt Bohachuk – ‘I Am Still One Of The Best’

Vergil Ortiz Jr. will box Serhii Bohachuk for the WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Belt on August 10. Ortiz was scheduled to face Tim Tszyu on the Terence Crawford vs.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 26

‘Finalizing the Paperwork’: Vergil Ortiz Jr. Close to Next Fight Announcement

Vergil Ortiz Jr. was due to appear on the stacked August 3 card at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles against Tim Tszyu for the vacant WBA interim title. Tszyu had to withdraw due to his scalp laceration not healing following his bloody battle with Sebastian Fundora.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 31

Tim Tszyu Pulls Out Of His Fight With Vergil Ortiz Jr.

Tim Tszyu has withdrawn from his fight with Vergil Ortiz Jr., which was set for August 3. Tszyu was scheduled to fight on the Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov card, which came as a surprise.