Why Newly Crowned IBF Welterweight Titlist, Jaron Ennis Is Labelled as ‘Email Champion’?

Crawford became undisputed welterweight champion after defeating Spence Jr. in July. However, The former IBF interim welterweight champ was then promoted to IBF welterweight without facing Crawford, which was surprising. Let's find out why.

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Crawford Obligated To Face Jaron Ennis

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After defeating Spence Jr., Crawford was obligated to face Jaron Ennis as per the IBF's mandate. The IBF formally requested negotiations between Crawford and Ennis, setting a deadline of September 24.

Spence jr asks for a rematch

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However, due to Spence Jr. invoking the rematch clause per their contract, Crawford, bound by this commitment, was unable to engage in negotiations with the interim champion Ennis.

Negotiations fall apart

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The IBF instructed Terence Crawford to negotiate with Jaron Ennis by September 24. However, Crawford's representative stated on September 22 that due to an "immediate rematch provision," Crawford couldn't engage in negotiations with Ennis.

Interim Welterweight Champion Jaron Ennis Calls Out Spence-Crawford Winner, Targets Other Boxers

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