+-The world of boxing is no stranger to heated rivalries and contentious exchanges, and a recent clash between Terence Crawford and Jaron Ennis has captivated fans and sparked controversy. ‘Bud’ is currently gearing up to face unified champion Errol Spence Jr. in one of boxing’s biggest fights. However, the IBF interim champion feels that he too needs to be included in the title picture.

In a video conversation between the two welterweight champions, Ennis was quick to claim that he was asking for a matchup with Bud. However, the WBO champion then dismissed these statements urging the interim champion to prove the times he asked for a matchup. This was not all as undisputed super middleweight champion Claressa Shields also responded to these bold claims.

Claressa Shields ask Jaron Ennis to prove the times he asked for a matchup with Terence Crawford

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In the video, Ennis claimed that he has been asking for a fight with Bud since 2018. At the time he was 22-0 and nowhere near the level of fighter he is today. After hearing this Crawford called him and his father out and swiftly rejected the accusations. “You have been asking me to fight since 2018? Cut it, you believe that, you a fool,” he said.

Shields was also quick to react to this video and went on to ask Ennis to provide proof to back his claims. She stated that she would like receipts of the time an offer was proposed to ‘Bud’. “I like receipts,” she wrote.

The rivalry between  Crawford and  Ennis has taken an unexpected turn with these new revelations. Moreover, the involvement of  Shields has added further fuel to the fire, demanding proof of Ennis’ claims. As the boxing world awaits the resolution of th*is feud, the stakes continue to rise. However, while Ennis might not have a date he has certainly called for fights with both Spence and Crawford on multiple occasions even accusing the two of holding up the division.

Jaron Ennis accuses Spence and Crawford of holding up the division and wants to fight both

In the buildup to his fight against Karen Chukhadzhian back in January, ‘Boots’ made it clear that he wanted to fight for the title. In a pre-fight interview, he urged the two to fight and not hold the division up. Moreover, he also revealed that he was ready to face either man in the ring.

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They (Spence and Crawford) got to get that over with now,” Ennis told The Sporting News. “They got to fight because they are holding up the division. Hopefully, they do fight. If not, I’m here. I want to fight both of those guys. I feel like it can get done, but if it don’t, I’m here.” he said

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It remains to be seen how Ennis will fit in the title picture with Spence vs Crawford now finalized. However, he will certainly eye the winner of the super fight hoping to face the victor. Until then, fans and enthusiasts can only speculate and eagerly await the next chapter in this captivating saga.

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