Oscar De La Hoya, the legendary boxer-turned-promoter, has been vocal about his thoughts on the recent boxing match between Jaron Ennis and Xander Zayas. In a social media post, De La Hoya praised Ennis' performance, calling him a 'machine' and highlighting his impressive victory over Zayas, who was deemed a bit inexperienced by the expert. This win solidified Ennis' status as a two-division world champion, holding the WBA and WBO super-welterweight titles.
De La Hoya's enthusiasm for Ennis' success is understandable, given his own involvement in promoting Vergil Ortiz, another highly touted boxer. The two have been on the brink of a highly anticipated showdown, but legal issues have been a hurdle. With these issues seemingly on the mend, De La Hoya is now openly calling for the fight between Ennis and Ortiz, which he believes could be 'the biggest fight in boxing today'.
Ennis' victory over Zayas was a clear demonstration of his skill and determination. Despite Zayas' lack of experience, Ennis' performance was so impressive that it has sparked discussions about his potential to dominate at 154lbs. This could be a significant step towards his goal of becoming a true two-division champion, as he now has the titles to back up his talent.
The prospect of Ennis facing Ortiz is an exciting one, and De La Hoya's support only adds to the anticipation. Ortiz, who hasn't fought since his quick victory over Erickson Lubin, is also a force to be reckoned with. The potential for a high-stakes, high-profile match between these two undefeated stars is a dream scenario for boxing fans.
However, the road to this dream match is not without its challenges. Both fighters have their own schedules and considerations, and the legal issues between them must be resolved. Despite these obstacles, the potential for a historic bout between Ennis and Ortiz remains a strong possibility, and De La Hoya's enthusiasm is a testament to the excitement surrounding this potential match.
