Jaron Ennis dismisses Xander Zayas: 'It's levels'

Jaron Ennis says Xander Zayas holds no advantages heading into their welterweight clash, claiming superiority in every facet of boxing from jab to footwork.

“Whatever he thinks he does well, I do better. You cannot jab better than me. You are not faster than me. You are not slicker than me. You are not stronger than me. Your defense is not better than mine. Your footwork is not better than mine. It's levels.”

— Jaron Ennis, via ESPN

What Jaron Ennis said

Ennis, a welterweight contender, faces Zayas in a matchup that will clarify the division's pecking order. The bout pits Ennis's technical reputation against Zayas's rising profile in a fight neither can afford to lose.

What it moves

Ennis's comments set the tone for a fight built on contrasting styles. Zayas has yet to respond publicly to the dismissal. The winner positions himself for bigger opportunities at welterweight while the loser slides down the rankings.

Source: espn.com. Full Jaron Ennis fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.