“Jaron Annis will try his hand at first middleweight”, – WRITE: Sport.ua
The reason is the problem with the middle weight limit. The American has repeatedly said that it became difficult for him to fight in this division. Therefore, the world champion decided to leave their titles vacant and rise to the first average weight (up to 69.9 kg).
In the near future, the World Boxing Association and the International Boxing Federation will report who will play vacant belts in the middle division.
The main contenders for battle with Annis in the first middle category are Americans Sebastian Foundor, Virjil Ortis, Russian Bakhram Murtazaliyev and Xander occupied Puerto Rico.
In November 2024, the American boxer crossed the ring with the Ukrainian contender Karen Chukharason – Annis defeated the opponent with a unanimous decision of the judges in a competitive match.