On Saturday, the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia will host the WBA title eliminator between Jaron Ennis and Uisma Lima. Correlate that this bout is pivotal for Ennis, who recently vacated his welterweight titles and moved up to the junior middleweight (154-pound) division. His decision to move up came after a dominant run at 147 pounds, which culminated in a unification boxing odds victory over Eimantas Stanionis back in April. However, Ennis’ team believed the change was necessary; he could no longer reach his optimal boxing weight at 147 pounds. At the onset, Ennis is a massive betting favorite.
Super Welterweight Title Eliminator Uisma Lima vs. Jaron Ennis
| Date and Time: | Saturday, October 11, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA |
| TV Coverage: | DAZN |
Uisma Lima vs. Jaron Ennis
| Boxer | Odds |
|---|---|
| Jaron Ennis | -2500 |
| Uisma Lima | +1000 |
Uisma Lima vs. Jaron Ennis SBG Odds Overview
With the quest for undisputed status at welterweight now behind him, a win over Lima will immediately position Ennis for a world title shot at 154 pounds. In comparison, Lima has racked up four wins following his sole loss to Aaron McKenna. He enters the fight with a sports betting win over Shervantaigh Koopman.
In turn, Jaron Ennis aims to prove that his punching power can translate to the 154-pound division. Ennis is expected to use his switch-hitting ability. By changing between orthodox and southpaw, he will aim to confuse Lima’s defense. Specifically, he will seek the perfect angles to land his offense. Of course, Ennis has such a sharp straight right hand from orthodox or a powerful lead right hook from southpaw.
Additionally, Ennis will aim to utilize his superior footwork and jab to maintain control of the distance. If Lima attempts to pressure, Ennis will use subtle pivots and side-steps to make his opponent fall short. Thus, Ennis will punish the wasted movement with quick, clean counter-combinations. To neutralize Lima’s size and stamina at the new weight, Ennis should also incorporate a heavy body attack early on.
For Lima, his primary strategy must be to apply relentless pressure and consistently cut off the ring. Specifically, Lima must take away Ennis’ space and ability to operate from the outside. Lima needs to advance behind a high guard, throwing a high volume of punches. In particular, he wants to employ hooks and uppercuts on the inside—to keep Ennis constantly on the defensive.
Of major concern is that Lima must use his strength to his advantage in the clinch. He will face a tough task against Ennis, who has yet to lose.
Uisma Lima Record and Form
Overall, Uisma Lima has a career record of 14-1 with 10 knockout wins. He has never been knocked out. Lima, age 32, is ranked 9th in the world. Of course, Lima is the IBO world super welterweight champion. He is a native of Angola. Now, Lima resides in Portugal.
Last time out, Lima won a 9th-round TKO against Shervantaigh Koopman on May 31, 2025. With that fight, Lima successfully defended his IBO world super welterweight title for the first time.
Initially, Lima defeated Sukhdeep Singh Bhatti by unanimous decision to win the title belt on December 12, 2024.
Jaron Ennis Record and Form
In sum, Jaron Ennis has a career Boxing odds record of 34-0 with 30 career knockouts. Ennis, age 28, ranked #1 in the world as a welterweight. Ennis is a native of Philadelphia, where he still resides. Of course, Ennis will have the hometown crowd on his side.
Last time out, Ennis won a 6-round RTD against Eimantas Stanionis on April 12, 2205, in Atlantic City. With the win, Ennis retained his IBF world welterweight title.
Previously, on November 11, 2024, Ennis won a unanimous decision against Karen Chukhadzhian in Philadelphia, retaining his IBF world welterweight title.
On July 13, 2024, Ennis defeated David Avanesyan in a 5th-round RTD in Philadelphia to retain his IBF world welterweight title.
Following his win over Chukhadzhian on January 7, 2023, to capture the IDF world welterweight title, Ennis successfully defended his belt four times.
Now he aims for super welterweight glory.
Lima vs. Ennis SBG Free Pick: Jaron Ennis.

