Nathaniel Marrero

Orlando, United States

Sports Editor at NSM Today

Freelance Writer at Sports Illustrated

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Articles

Teddy Atlas Remembers Marvin Hagler vs. Thomas Hearns On 40th Anniversary

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

On April 15, 1985, one of the greatest fights in boxing history lit the world ablaze. Hall of Fame broadcaster Jim Lampley described it as the "most hellacious eight minutes of combat in modern boxing history." Forty years ago, Marvelous Marvin Hagler and Thomas "Hitman" Hearns left a piece of themselves in the ring and gave boxing one of the most iconic fights in sports history.
Dalton Smith Not Overlooking Mathieu Germain Ahead of Title Shot

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

Dalton Smith is knocking on the doorstep of a title shot as he's risen the ranks to become the No. 1 contender to undefeated WBC junior welterweight champion Alberto Puello. First, though, the undefeated rising contender out of Sheffield, England has to send the home crowd happy when he faces Mathieu Germain on Saturday at Canon Medical Arena. While Smith (17-0, 13 KOs) knows that greener pastures potentially lie ahead, including a potential bout vs.
Date & Location For Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 Reportedly Being Finalized

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

Oleksandr Usyk is almost set to march into enemy territory for another chance to become the undisputed heavyweight champion. The Ring's Mike Coppinger reported that Usyk and Daniel Dubois are reportedly finalizing an agreement for a rematch at Wembley Stadium in London on July 12 for the undisputed heavyweight title. Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) holds the WBA, WBC, WBO and Ring Magazine heavyweight titles, while Dubois is the IBF heavyweight champion.
Jaron Ennis, Bozy Ennis Rip Brian Norman Jr After Win vs Eimantas Stanionis

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

With the IBF, WBA and Ring Magazine titles now in his possession, Jaron "Boots" Ennis is just two belts away from becoming the undisputed welterweight champion. One man who stands in the way of Ennis winning all of the belts at welterweight is WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr. Ennis and Norman Jr have exchanged barbs before and allegedly had negotiations for a fight before conversations broke down.
David Benavidez's Father Slams 'Clown' Canelo Alvarez

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

Canelo Alvarez vs David Benavidez was once one of the best fights that could be made in boxing and one that all boxing fans wanted to see. For one reason or another, Canelo didn't seem too keen on stepping into the ring with Benavidez. Now, with Benavidez and Canelo holding titles in two different weight classes and the latter joining forces with Turki Alalshikh as a part of Riyadh Season for at least his next four fights, the odds of them ever fighting are likely slim to none.
Where Jaron Ennis Is Now Compared To When Mayweather Defeated Gatti Is Eerily Similar

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

Heading into Saturday's unification bout against Eimantas Stanionis, Jaron "Boots" Ennis wasn't bashful about the company he wants to one day hold when his career is all said and done. Ennis said he wanted to follow in the footsteps of Floyd Mayweather and Sugar Ray Leonard earlier in the week. He also recalled Mayweather's win over Arturo Gatti as one of his favorite fights. "One of my favorite fights to watch was Floyd vs Gatti, and I’m excited about fighting in the same arena," Ennis said.
Jaron Ennis Stops Eimantas Stanionis To Become Unified Champion

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

It was a coming of age performance for Jaron "Boots" Ennis. Ennis delivered a dominant showing against Eimantas Stanionis, forcing his corner to stop the fight after the sixth round on Saturday at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ. With the win, Ennis is now the IBF, WBA and Ring Magazine welterweight champion.
Jaron Ennis, Eimantas Stanionis Eye Prestigious Ring Magazine Title

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

Jaron Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis' IBF and WBA belts aren't the only titles on the line for the unification bout at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. The Ring Magazine title, arguably boxing's most prestigious belt, is also on the line and currently vacant in the welterweight division. That will change after Ennis (33-0, 29 KOs) and Stanionis throw down in one of boxing's most anticipated fights in 2025.
Jaron Ennis vs Eimantas Stanionis Preview: Date, Time, Keys To Victory, How To Watch

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

One of the best fights that can be made in boxing is one day away from finally going down. Jaron "Boots" Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis will finally face off in a unification bout for the IBF, WBA and Ring Magazine welterweight titles on Saturday at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ on DAZN. For both fighters, they know their best will be required given the stakes and the opponent they'll be standing across from at Boardwalk Hall.
Jaron Ennis vs Eimantas Stanionis Odds And Fight Prediction

1 week ago | si.com | Nathaniel Marrero

A new king will emerge in the welterweight division on Saturday night. Jaron "Boots" Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis will square off for the IBF, WBA and Ring Magazine welterweight titles at the Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ on DAZN. Matchroom Boxing CEO Eddie Hearn believes Ennis vs. Stanionis represents what boxing fans yearn for. “It’s been a long time coming for big-time boxing here in Atlantic City," Hearn said.