Boots Ennis vs Vergil Ortiz Jr Rivalry Explodes After Zayas Win: Full Tweets and Old Beef Revealed

Right after Jaron “Boots” Ennis stopped Xander Zayas in round 7 on June 27, Vergil Ortiz Jr jumped on X with strong words for both fighters. The long-running rivalry between Ennis and Ortiz, which includes past verbal shots and a reported confrontation, came roaring back into the spotlight. Both men bring power, skill, and heart that could headline a massive event and excite fans worldwide if they clash in 2027.

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The night Jaron “Boots” Ennis claimed unified titles with a 7th-round stoppage over Xander Zayas at Barclays Center, another story started brewing on social media. Vergil Ortiz Jr wasted no time posting his thoughts and the words landed with real heat. The exchange pulled old beef between two of boxing’s top young talents right back into the conversation and reminded everyone why this matchup carries serious weight.

Vergil Ortiz Jr posted directly on X on June 27 with these exact words aimed at both fighters. He wrote: “Yea, I’m sleeping Jaron. If I get him like that I promise you I get him out of there.”

He followed with more on Zayas: “Xander you looked straight to your corner after you got dropped that last time. You’re a p—sy. You did better than I thought you were gonna do but you’re a quitter, I can’t believe I just saw you do that.”

Those full posts from his verified account @VergilOrtiz set the tone and showed Ortiz was watching closely and ready to call out the winner.

The rivalry between Ennis and Ortiz has simmered for years with both sides trading comments about who deserves the big stage. There was a reported confrontation some time ago that added personal edge to the talk, and promoters like Eddie Hearn and Oscar De La Hoya have publicly pushed the fight as the best one in American boxing. Old quotes from leading outlets like Yahoo Sports and Ring Magazine from 2025 highlighted the tension and called it a defining rivalry if it ever gets made.

Boots responded to the shade in post-fight comments and social media. He addressed Ortiz’s comments by pointing out past opportunities and saying the fight would look different when it happens. He kept his reply measured but made it clear he is not backing down from any challenge in the division.

Both Jaron “Boots” Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr are phenomenal fighters who bring elite skill sets that would create a high-paycheck, massive event capable of headlining and drawing boxing fans from every corner of the world. Ennis mixes sharp boxing with devastating power and smooth movement while Ortiz brings relentless pressure, heavy hands, and fight-ending intent. Their similar styles and versatility make the matchup fascinating because you get two complete boxers who can box, brawl, and adjust on the fly.

A clash like this in 2027 would put boxing back at a high standard with two young stars delivering the kind of action that reminds everyone why the sport matters. Ring Magazine and other big backers might step in with serious money to help make it happen and give it the platform it deserves. What to expect is a high-level battle between two versatile fighters who have shown they can handle adversity and deliver in big moments.

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