Vergil Ortiz Jr. Stop Jaron Ennis in the late-round war

Despite the delay, Garcia remains confident that the fight will eventually take place.

“This is the fight Vergil wants, and we as a team want it. Vergil will fight anyone. He doesn’t want to waste time with easy opponents. Vergil only wants to face the best fighters, and Vergil vs. Boots is one of the best fights that can be made in boxing. Boxing needs a fight like this,” said Robert The Ring.

Garcia expects Ennis to get past Zayas, but he sees a much tougher night ahead if he finally steps into the ring with Ortiz.

“I think it will be a war, and one of the best fights you will see,” says Robert. “It would be amazing if we got a Hagler vs. Hearns-esque war.”

While Garcia praised Ennis’ ability, he believes Ortiz’s experience and aggressive style will create problems the undefeated Philadelphia native has yet to face.

“Boots is the real deal. He’s talented, he’s a great fighter, he has future superstar potential, and can fight like Terence Crawford. But when he has Vergil in front of him, it’s going to be a different story when they fight. I know Vergil’s experience is going to be a big factor in that fight, and Boots is going to feel it.”

Garcia also pointed out what he sees as a vulnerability in Ennis’ style.

“Boots get hit. He has a Philadelphia fighter’s mentality. He’s not a runner who just does enough to win rounds and win by decision. He takes challenges and chances, and he wants to please,” says Robert. “That’s what makes him a fighter that fans want to see. It’s going to be an exciting fight when it happens. We should expect a big fight. I see the fight ending in the late rounds with Vergil knocking him out.”

Ennis (35-0, 31 KOs) enters his June 27 showdown with Zayas (23-0, 13 KOs) as a heavy favorite. If he wins and Ortiz resolves his promotional issues, one of the most anticipated fights in the 154-pound division could quickly return to the forefront.